Woodshed That Guy
In a world where divisive politics often overshadow reason, it's disheartening to witness prominent figures like Rep. Jerry Nadler make statements that explicitly target specific races and genders. When Nadler promised that rich white men would "certainly" face higher taxes if Democrats retake Congress, it was more than just political rhetoric. It signaled a troubling trend in American politics—one where individuals are reduced to their race and gender rather than being judged by their character or contributions to society.
This is not the United States I know or will tolerate.
The America I believe in is one where opportunities and responsibilities are not doled out based on identity but on merit and hard work. When political parties start targeting specific groups, whether it's rich white men or any other demographic, it undermines the very foundation of equality and fairness. It sets a dangerous precedent that could easily be applied to any group, fostering division rather than unity.
The issue goes beyond race. We've seen a similar rift grow between men and women, exacerbated by political narratives that pit genders against each other. This divide not only harms society at large but also makes it nearly impossible to find long-term solutions to "real" issues and problems. Likes attract likes, and when we allow these divisions to deepen, we lose the opportunity for meaningful dialogue.
As a business owner, I keenly feel the weight of these divisions. Those of us who know what it's like to build and own a business, pay wages and taxes, and navigate the complex landscape of entrepreneurship are a minority group in our own right. We struggle for time because we're constantly engaged in productive activities—driving the economy, creating jobs, and contributing to the community. We don't have the luxury of indulging in divisive politics; we're too busy ensuring our businesses survive and thrive in an increasingly hostile environment.
Note: Facebook is a forum where small-minded people with too much time on their hands will complain about the dumbest things in the world. For example, a dimwit will complain about a political event being held in their neighborhood when the political party is not theirs. But when it's their "pity" party of complainers, well, by golly Miss Molly, it's fine and dandy. The key is to be firm with the dimwits by ignoring them and doing things to them that will overload their smooth brains with complex and extremely time-consuming activities. I'll let you think about that for a spell on your own. Now, let's continue.
The targeting of any group—whether it's by race, gender, political, or economic status—erodes the fabric of our nation. It's no wonder that solutions to real issues seem elusive when our, their, or mutual leaders indulge in such rhetoric. Men like Nadler should be taken seriously, and their words should also be scrutinized for the broader implications they carry.
As Americans, we should stand against any form of unjust-discrimination, whether it comes dressed as policy or political pandering. The key words are "unjust discrimination." And as for the word discrimination, everyone discriminates, it's a part of being human. The problem is that words have meanings and people have turned critically needed terms into pejoratives for personal atonement. I'm sick of it.
Discrimination: "the act of making or perceiving a difference." That is the original definition of discrimination; however, look at any website, and this simple word, that describes the art and science of human survival, has been turned into racially charged pejorative. Frankly, too many people in all walks of life are simply too stupid to be anything other than NPCs and the lamestream media masters give these dimwits the tallest soapboxes upon which to spew their nonsense.
The United States I know values hard work, integrity, and the belief that regardless of one's background, opportunity should be equal for all. As for "deserved" respect, respect is earned, not a birth right. Anything less is unacceptable.
