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10/17/2024

A provocative note from the CBC. Those of us who are fading away understand the first set of statistics.,The final set begs questions we would do well to ponder:

The number of people over 65 in the province is on track to grow by more than 60 per cent, to 4.2 million in 2040. Many of the conditions expected to see large growth in the coming years are those associated with aging, like dementia, hearing loss and osteoarthritis.

The report also indicates Ontario's population is set to grow by 36 per cent over the next two decades, with the largest increase among those aged 65 and older.

Major illnesses are also expected to increase substantially in the "working population," the study says – people between the ages of 30 and 64.

06/25/2024

With regards to the toxic consequences of political polling, there is a way to leverage social media (Facebook ... ) resources. If you think my worry makes sense, consider sending the link below to people you know and urge them to do the same. If enough of us do this, the problem might go away.

The point is that this does not require anyone to do anything, just refrain from answering pollsters.

Here is the link again:

https://grapevinemagazine.ca/ -2024/38/

Once we get this sorted out, we could move on to using social media to make other repairs.

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06/22/2024

I have had a short article about the toxic consequences of political polling published.

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06/12/2024

I asked my chatGPT friend a question about reasons for the rise in populism we seem to be seeing.

This is the response, that came in a few seconds:

There are a variety of factors contributing to the rise of populism worldwide. Some of the key factors include:

Economic Insecurity: Economic downturns, growing income inequality, and job insecurity have left many people feeling left behind by globalization and technological advancements. Populist leaders often capitalize on these feelings of economic insecurity by offering simple solutions and promises of protectionism.

Discontent with the Political Establishment: Many people feel disillusioned with traditional political parties and elites, viewing them as out of touch and unresponsive to their concerns. Populist leaders often position themselves as outsiders who will shake up the status quo and represent the interests of the "common people."

Cultural Anxiety: Globalization and increased immigration have led to fears about cultural change and loss of national identity. Populist leaders often play on these anxieties by promoting nationalism, protectionism, and a desire to return to traditional values.

Social Media and Digital Communication: The rise of social media and online platforms has enabled populist leaders to bypass traditional media and communicate directly with their supporters. This can create echo chambers and spread misinformation, leading to increased polarization and support for populist movements.

Political Polarization: Increasing polarization and fragmentation of mainstream political parties have created space for populist movements to gain ground. Populist leaders often thrive in environments where there is a perceived lack of viable alternatives and a growing distrust in established institutions.

Authoritarianism and Strongman Leadership: In times of uncertainty and instability, some people are drawn to strong leaders who promise to provide stability and security, even at the expense of democratic norms and institutions. Populist leaders often appeal to these instincts by promoting an authoritarian style of leadership.

Overall, the rise of populism worldwide is a complex phenomenon that is driven by a combination of economic, social, cultural, and political factors.

05/13/2024

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04/30/2024

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03/06/2024

Had a good time yesterday:

(1) A Jehovah's Witness dropped by and I rehearsed my transcendental argument with him: If God created the universe and then man to live in this universe to see how we turned out spiritually, then the last thing God would want or do would be to tell us what his plan consists of.

Satan, however, bent upon messing with God's plan, could very well be afoot in the world telling us the Truth. After all, Satan is not allowed to lie in his efforts to subvert. He is apparently a clever fellow, so what better trick than to spread God's truth around and make it impossible for human beings to develop a moral/spiritual existence because living properly to earn a reward or avoid a punishment surely does not count as a moral existence.

Come on!

(2) I am a Green Party member but am losing patience. I recently noticed that Green Party candidates have taking to listing their preferred pronouns and part of their signature. No doubt this is so people who want to be addressed in special ways (we/they when only 1 person is involved) will feel the inclusivity and love. I fear the Green Party, suffering from terminal politeness and correct speech paralysis, is drifting into silly walk gravitas.

Come on!

In any event, here is a suggestion for the pronoun problem:
How about referring to ourselves and one another as 'it" and 'they'. No gender issues, no singular/plural issues, no life threatening confusions. If during house a fire for example, a firefighter is told that 'they' are upstairs and only one person can be found, think how badly things could turn out for the firefighter.

Come on!