Barack: What about the IRS and Federal Reserve?
I like Barack Obama — A lot. He stands with authority, has great charisma and is a wonderful speaker. However, his “stomp speech” on the Iraq war and how he stood against it is old news now. It’s time for a different message.
Of all the candidates running for President, Obama and Ron Paul receive high marks in my book. However, if Obama truly wants to “change business in Washington,” then why hasn’t he mentioned anything about the IRS or Federal Reserve? Abolishing these two fraudulent entities is more than great change — it’s needed change.
I agree that we need to move swiftly to remove our troops from Iraq, yet we also need to address the very foundation of our nation — One which is quickly eroding due to increasing debt created out of “thin air.” If only Obama would address these two concerns as Paul has, he’d have a sure win on his hands.
In the meantime, I now feel Ron Paul is a step in the right direction. While I am not a fan of labels, I will say that I have libertarian views. I believe in individuality, small government, etc. We don’t need hand outs, hand holding and other wasteful government programs. Let’s talk about real change for once. Let’s talk about real freedom. Let’s talk about honest change, because after all, everyone wants to get us of out of Iraq. We know that already.
Getting More Personal with Your Readers
I’d like to think that you and I have a personal relationship here at ronaldlewis.com. However, I believe I have failed in that regard on many occasions, simply due to my approach of communicating with you. I want you and everyone to truly feel like an integral part of what I do. I want you to believe that we actually have a friendship here — Not just the average blogger relationship.
So, going forward, I hope you will notice a more personal and direct tone with future postings. It is my intent to build a community for all of us and doing this is an evolution toward that. Of course, I am sure there will be many of you who think I am already personal, but it’s the perfectionist and community builder within me that’s always looking for change.
I Told You So: Scoble Is Leaving PodTech
On September 27, 2007, I Twittered the following, off-the-cuff comment about video blogger Robert Scoble:
Why do I get the impression that Robert Scoble will leave PodTech? After all, he has his own audience, so what’s stopping him?
Today, TechCrunch is reporting Scoble’s departure. I told you so.
Marriage: It’s All Emotional
Nothing frustrates me more than to witness social conditioning impacting every corner of everyday life on this planet. From government to politics and race to religion, it’s pretty sad that few people ever bother to deconstruct the meaning of most things we believe to be valid and right.
Let’s take marriage for example. Does a sheet of paper and ceremony truly mean anything? No. It only has value and merit because we say it does (Same is true for the American dollar, laws, etc.). Will a marriage certificate make you love someone more? No. Will it make you more committed? No. Will it make life better? No.
Everyone’s getting married just to say their partner is now their spouse and to be recognized for a few lousy tax benefits? Marriage is emotionally and psychologically-based. Its foundation is rooted in centuries of concepts created by man to wield control, maintain order, etc.
Becoming “married” is no different than the emotional trigger which occurs when we decide to date someone we’re attracted to. The relationship is only valid now because two parties have agreed to such and have made it so. Marriage is just a glorified relationship with public interests attached (taxation, marriage license, etc.)
It’s sickening how rooted make believe things are in our society. How do we not stop and think about these things? Do we accept everything at face value, simply because of what we’ve been told all our lives?
Silence and My Life Ahead
For the past two weeks, I’ve been mostly MIA from blogging, lifecasting, twittering and other activities on the Internet. I believe it is therapeutic to disconnect occasionally from an overly connected world, take in the meaning of life, learn something about yourself and enjoy some quiet time alone or with friends.
I left Denver on November 17 to visit friends and family in Michigan for the Thanksgiving holiday. I was due to return this Tuesday, however, it appears that I’ll be staying through the New Year. During this time, I’ve spent most of my stay to date playing video games, eating at local favorites (and gaining weight), working with clients, watching TV (something I rarely do) and so on.
I’ve also done a lot of thinking about what I’d like to achieve in my life going forward, such as traveling the world permanently, exploring my desire for dual citizenship, becoming better fit and healthier, embracing new ideas and challenges, making new friends in Denver and beyond, and being more honest with myself and the world around me.
I am looking forward to what lies ahead of my feet, mind and eyes. I am ready to take on everything I love and am passionate about, while being liberated by everything I once allowed to hold me back, etc. This includes everything from “dream stealers” to public opinion. I’ve realized that all which matters in one’s life is the one who’s standing still when the sun goes down: You.
One thing I truly enjoy about blogging is the ability to release your inner thoughts. It doesn’t really matter who’s reading, what they think or how they view you. What matters most is that there’s an outlet to get out your feelings and thoughts into the universe, ultimately freeing “mental space” for more great thoughts, feelings, ideas and more.