Tuesday, February 1, 2011

About Egypt Response to Danny. Part 2

If you look at history there is telling evidence about the reasons that people rise up and attempt to change their governments or stations in life. In the 1960's in this country, the race riots were as much about hopelessness then about civil rights. Dr. King preached non-violent methods, however the boiling point was reached because of joblessness and lack of monetary freedom. When governments are oppressive, but the standard of living is good for all people there is no unrest or civil discord. Again I am not talking about socialism, I am saying the playing field of life has to be level. Look at education. Why is it, that in wealthier neighborhoods, the schools are less crowded, have safer conditions and better technology then poorer schools? I am going to give you an analogy that, you as a former baseball player, might find interesting. I cannot take credit for this. Bill Maher on his show made this point and I thought it was great. Look at the difference between baseball and football. In baseball the New York Yankees have a payroll of 200 million dollars. The Pittsburgh Pirates have a payroll of 40 Million dollars. The Yankees contend every year and in some years win the World Series. The Pirates have not been over .500 for 15 years. A small market team starts off with a disadvantage because they do not have the funds to compete. To be continued. 

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