Category: Politically

The People Come Second

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We are giving moms and parents a voice in …

It is interesting to listen to what people believe they are owed. Not (always) based on merit but (sometimes) merely because they want or feel they deserve it. And they have a voice (or the voice) of change simply by joining the team.

Take an individual who interviews for a specific job and is hired based on the job description and policies of the company. One would think they are accepting said description, benefits, and policies by agreeing to take the job. However, it seems today, some (or many) immediately or gradually begin to believe the rules should somehow be different now that they are there.

Some may claim it is for the greater good, for all mothers, for all parents, etc. but usually (often) further review does not always (normally) prove this. Then to take pride in shutting down the real work they were called to perform, until they get their way. Perhaps sometimes things do need to change, but it is merely vain jangling when attempting to justify it puts one’s job duties and everyone else on hold for their personal demand—for to say “X or work stoppage” is a demand.

It’s the new mindset: me before and above all others.

My Job My Business

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Who are you to ask me what I have been doing at work?

Apparently, some are taking issue with an email that went out to employees asking them to list five things they have accomplished last week at work. This may be new to some, but many have had to give daily or weekly updates to their supervisors, managers, bosses, as a norm.

At first, this may seem offensive or difficult to process as to why one may suddenly be questioned as to their productivity. Especially, if they have been in a position for years or never been questioned before. However, it is not an invasion of privacy, nor outside of (what others experience as) normal business practices, and is merely vain jangling to claim it is traumatizing employees, their children or their families.

Change is not always welcome. But change is inevitable. And at some point, so is giving account to one’s work performance.

DOGE

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DOGE is unconstitutional.

If politicians really care about those who elected them. If people really are upset about the amount of taxes they pay. Then why are so many crying out more about the what is being found and the who is finding it, than the actual fraud, waste, and abuse and those responsible for it (for years, for decades)? And, honestly, when so many have promoted or been silent toward so much that has been done (or tried) in the last four years, it is mere vain jangling to believe they actually care about the constitution, the American people, and working to lower the debt—today.

Trump MAGA

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Trump will make America great again.

America has spoken and reelected the 45th President to serve again as the 47th President.

A lot of people are excited for the White House, House, and Senate to be majority Republican, conservative, etc. with the hope of bringing balance to the force —I mean— a balanced budget, balanced morality, balanced reality to our Republic.

It is true that the President, House, and Senate have elected power to do certain things to bring about a better America. However, they are only one (federal, political) level and one (physical, spiritual) aspect. We still have elected and non-elected persons throughout America (and elsewhere) who will continue to fight that which is good and sew that which is evil. In reality, “these three” may not always make the right decision or at least choices that align with what (we) would prefer and hope for. So, it is mere vain jangling to think (we) can sit down (now that we have voted who we wanted into office). Evil never rest. Therefore, every one of us need to remain vigilant and continue to stand to ensure good, morality, and the like continue to increase throughout our land.

When Platform Changes Matter

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Removal and change of previous platform wording is not something to be worried about.

With the new or updated Republication National Convention 2024 platform, are there any changes that persons should be concerned about? The platform is used sometimes as the reason or justification in voting for a particular candidate. Maybe the voter does not agree with the personality or morality of the person, but they do prefer one platform over another platform. Therefore, when they cast their vote, they are voting for a platform which holds to a view they can agree with —or at least agree with more than the platform of the other party (or parties).

When it comes to the sanctity of life, we find persons who hold views —and sometimes very strong views— regarding abortion. Therefore, it would be mere vain jangling to say that the wording of the platforms do not matter. It is there to first, establish what the organization stands for or supports, and second, to ensure the voter understands what the organization stands for or supports. There should be no obscurity; especially purposedly, for the purpose to misguide persons for the sake of inclusivity, where each is reading their position into the text —i.e. to ensure more votes.

The 2020 DNC platform states:
We believe unequivocally, like the majority of Americans, that every woman should be able to access high-quality reproductive health care services, including safe and legal abortion.

The 2016 RNC platform states:
The Constitution’s guarantee that no one can “be deprived of life, liberty or property” deliberately echoes the Declaration of Independence’s proclamation that “all” are “endowed by their Creator” with the inalienable right to life. Accordingly, we assert the sanctity of human life and affirm that the unborn child has a fundamental right to life which cannot be infringed. We support a human life amendment to the Constitution and legislation to make clear that the Fourteenth Amendment’s protections apply to children before birth.

The 2024 RNC platform states:
We proudly stand for families and Life. We believe that the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees that no person can be denied Life or Liberty without Due Process, and that the States are, therefore, free to pass Laws protecting those Rights. After 51 years, because of us, that power has been given to the States and to a vote of the People.

In 2016, it is clear that the RNC platform believes all unborn (or preborn) children “a fundamental right to life which cannot be infringed.” Initially, the 2024 RNC platform seems to echo that same belief: “We believe that the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees that no person can be denied Life .”

However, there is an interesting statement in the 2024 RNC platform:
We will oppose Late Term Abortion, while supporting mothers and policies that advance Prenatal Care, access to Birth Control, and IVF (fertility treatments).

It is understood that the “official GOP platform says now that states should decide when and how to restrict abortion access,” but a platform is not merely talking about the states having the right to restrict abortion access as they see fit. How can a platform say, “The states have the right to restrict or allow abortion access” while at the same time say, “We will oppose Late Term Abortion”? If the platform states it will only oppose Late Term Abortion, then it is mere vain jangling for anyone to conclude [assume] that the platform truly [still] believes, [all] unborn child[ren] [have] a fundamental right to life which cannot be infringed. Are all unborn children still people deserving life? Be clear.

Political Capital Debt Cancellation

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We are helping people by canceling their student debt.

What is honestly happening with the promises of “canceling student debt”?

First, it must be admitted that a person chooses to take out a loan. Whether for school, vehicle, home, or for any personal reason, it is a choice an individual makes based on their assessment of wanting or needing something (now) that they cannot afford (now).

Second, the commonsense agreement (commitment) between the borrower and lender is that the borrower will repay the loan according to the agreed upon terms. It is at this point that the borrower can choose to accept the terms of the lender or seek out another lender. —We understand, many factors can go into the terms and how they may vary from person to person, loan type to loan type, but that is a different discussion.

Third, the cancellation (or proposed cancellation) of debt should be between the lender and borrower. If the lender chooses to cancel the debt of the borrower (for any reason they deem acceptable) it is their choice. The borrower is then free of their debt because the lender accepts the loss of the debt (and any possible interest, etc.).

What we find in “canceling student debt” by a president or administration is their insertion of themselves as a third party, outside the scope of the original agreement (commitment) between the borrower and lender. Then their insertion of a fourth party (also not found in the initial contract) to which to make responsible for the loan of which they “cancel” for the original borrower. Whereas the borrower who made the choice (whether a good or bad decision) is set free, the lender or fourth party (we the people, etc.) are forced into bondage to the loan —by the third party. (Proverbs 22:7)

It is mere vain jangling to try to twist the misuse of power and negligent shift of debt into anything but inappropriate and misappropriation toward those who did not choose school debt, have paid their school debt, and those who will pay their school debt (or any other debt). What we should be discussing is ways to lower school tuition costs and ways to help students realize there are good, alternative job training opportunities that do not require expensive student loans. Not to mention, the borrower should not expect the government (i.e. taxpayers) or other persons to take on their responsibilities. Nor should persons be forced to pay for something they never agreed to; especially, while the original borrower benefits from it.

Accept this Rescission

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Accept this recission and we can forget all about what we said, did, and put you through.

It appears that the military (at least the Army at this time) has decided in favor of a rescission of the COVID-19 vaccination requirement and offered soldiers —who were previously condemned and/or involuntarily separated for refusing the injections— an opportunity to request a “correction” of their military records.

Recission:
1. The act of rescinding.
2. The termination of a contract by mutual agreement or as a result of fraud or some legal defect.

Interestingly, this comes at a time when the military is experiencing serious low recruitment. Perhaps —the powers that be— should remember the military are men and women choosing to give their talents and lives for the defending of United States. They are not signing up to be lab rats in some makeshift test environment or to be used for political reasons.

Anything besides an admittance and apology for the misinformation and misappropriation of our military men and women (especially during the pandemic) is mere vain jangling at this point.