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On choice and social justice
Pause
Think
Research
Think
Choose
Think
Stand
I should continue the ‘in-tune series… but human behavior and the climate we live in has left me perplexed. Humanity and character are intricate concepts and they have led me to think that “choice” has been misrepresented and misunderstood. In case you haven’t noticed, I have lots of thoughts floating around in my head.
An early literary dilemma that an English major faces is the theme of fate vs free will. Almost every tragedy requires an inquiry into the forces beyond and within the control of the character that falls. It’s not clear most times. For instance, in the case of Oedipus in the play Oedipus Rex, the case may swing either way because there is evidence for both fate and free will. As much as we argue for fate, the case for free will holds water.
Thus, on free will or choice…
The last year (2020) seemed like an avalanche of social justice issues were unleashed on the world. There are still cases being raised on social issues. And in the midst of all this, I have noticed a trend of offense and noise. The real thinkers and doers are not as loud but seemingly empty barrels are making the loudest noise, and…
