Tag: Common Sense

License Plates: A Display of Guilt or Civic Duty?

The essay "License Plates: A Display of Guilt or Civic Duty?" challenges the reader to consider the implications of mandatory license plates on vehicles. It questions whether the practice aligns with the principle of being presumed innocent until proven guilty, given that license plates serve as a constant display of compliance to governmental oversight, unlike personal identification which we present only when required. The essay acknowledges the safety and accountability reasons for license plates but suggests that this requirement may be more about state surveillance and control. It invites a discussion on finding a balance between public safety and individual freedoms, possibly through technological solutions that protect privacy while ensuring accountability. The piece ultimately calls for a reevaluation of our willingness to trade autonomy for collective security and asks what steps we might take if the current compromise is found wanting.

The Ethical Question Surrounding the Leadership of President Joe Biden: A Perspective on Elderly Abuse

Navigating the delicate intersection of politics and cognitive health, the case of President Joe Biden raises profound ethical questions. Critics argue that his continued public exposure, amidst signs of cognitive decline, borders on elderly abuse, compromising his personal dignity for political gain. This situation calls for an urgent reassessment of ethical leadership, with the dignity and well-being of our leaders taking precedence over political considerations.

A Blockchain-based Social System: Incentivizing Truth and Discouraging Misinformation

The proposed social system combines blockchain technology, verified identities, and a dynamic truth scoring mechanism to promote honesty in public discourse and deter misinformation. By fostering transparency, accountability, and the potential for long-lasting impacts on personal credibility, it offers a promising solution to address the challenges of trolling and false information prevalent in the digital age.

The Meaninglessness of Taking Offense: A Deeper Examination

This essay examines the meaninglessness of taking offense by exploring the subjective nature of offense and the lack of concrete consequences. It argues that the act of being offended lacks a universally accepted definition and fails to lead to tangible outcomes such as financial compensation or legal actions. Instead, the focus should be on promoting empathy, dialogue, and understanding to address conflicts and foster a more inclusive society.

Government Schools Are Good?

Why are we forced to give tax dollars to support schools without choice of school? Why can we not just vote with our wallet and choose to direct our funds as we see fit as sovereign humans? Since the government forces us to pay taxes and forces us into school districts, they are limiting our … Continue reading Government Schools Are Good? →