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James P. Cain misunderstands lessons from American history

…osexuals? Are we just going to let that slide? Muslims and the sort are welcome to become a part of Danish society. How you do that is by contributing to it. Fighting for a place for Pakistani tribal norms in Denmark or setting fire to cars because not every one here thinks Mohammed was the greatest man ever is not contributing to society. Some may think that they have a right not to be offended – but they are wrong. Some may think that ideas have…

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Four City Impressions: Tokyo, Saigon, Columbus, San Francisco

…the right attitude one can get very close and become “accepted,” even if becoming completely “Japanese” is not possible. In regards to integration one will have to become part of various groups. These groups are the people you work with, the neighborhood and even society at large. One must then abide by all the rules of these groups which inhibits individualism. Here in the USA we are individualistic and pursue our own goals in which we can someti…

Healthcare Debate and a small rant on selfishness (nonpartisan)

…own native language!!! In-Network, out of network, co-pay, deductable, tax-free health savings plans, and notes to refer to some other page to determine exact coverage which would then in turn direct me to yet another page and so on. I still have a very faint idea as to what is covered, how much I actually have to pay and the benefit of them taking money out of my paycheck vs. how much I would have to pay if “something goes wrong.” The old scare…

The Coconut Example – Services in America

…on’t even really need to make sense anymore as exemplified by the internet/communications companies whose services will allow you to “yap, zap, intertube” your way through the day all for the low low price of $60 a month. This constant noise allows no room for any meaningful thought about what is actually important in life. The purpose of life and society in America is to consume. However, in S.E. Asia and especially Vietnam, there is time to thin…