On the point of the planet surviving more US Empire, it does seem self-evident that meeting even the milquetoast Paris Agreement emissions reduction commitments will be impossible should either or all three looming military conflicts continue. It truly is not compatible with a future habitable planet!
The first thing is to recognize the charade for what it is. Neither 'cop' is your friend. Don't reward them with your trust or loyalty. Stop empowering them by choosing to help the 'good cop'.
That leads to the 2nd: recognize that there are in fact others out there who DO share your values and interests. Perhaps it's time to stop using the lesser-evil calculus and stop listening to those who tell you you MUST choose between the two cops because they're the only practical choice. That calculus is self-reinforcing and it is guaranteed to perpetuate the status quo that is risking all life on earth. Follow what your heart and soul tell you, instead of acting out of fear.
On the point of the planet surviving more US Empire, it does seem self-evident that meeting even the milquetoast Paris Agreement emissions reduction commitments will be impossible should either or all three looming military conflicts continue. It truly is not compatible with a future habitable planet!
Sure though I'd say "surviving more capitalist mode of production" too...
Thanks Paul for once again reminding us where these noxious, foul, putrid smells have their roots.
Always good to hear you voice Paul.
It's getting close.
So, what are we supposed to do when being an innocent victim of the "good cop, bad cop" charade?
The first thing is to recognize the charade for what it is. Neither 'cop' is your friend. Don't reward them with your trust or loyalty. Stop empowering them by choosing to help the 'good cop'.
That leads to the 2nd: recognize that there are in fact others out there who DO share your values and interests. Perhaps it's time to stop using the lesser-evil calculus and stop listening to those who tell you you MUST choose between the two cops because they're the only practical choice. That calculus is self-reinforcing and it is guaranteed to perpetuate the status quo that is risking all life on earth. Follow what your heart and soul tell you, instead of acting out of fear.