Why do we strive for equality? We say we want smaller wage gaps, equal pay, equal rights, equal privilege, equal opportunities. But do you really want to be equal with everyone else? The worldwide median family income is less than $10,000 per annum. That would be 'fair'. But do you want your family to live on … Continue reading On equality
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Being intolerant of intolerance, and other philosophical dilemmas
“The liberal idea of tolerance is more and more a kind of intolerance. What it means is 'Leave me alone; don't harass me; I'm intolerant towards your over-proximity.” ~ Slavoj Žižek It says a lot about our society that it's acceptable to be as a slut, but not acceptable to not accept the slutty … Continue reading Being intolerant of intolerance, and other philosophical dilemmas
Who is your master?
If you work for a salary or even own a business that requires you to work a defined number of hours in a defined place every week, you are a slave. A slave is a dependant on a master. A slave is tied to a physical location - a time and place, not of his … Continue reading Who is your master?
Do you really even want a degree?
Is your education as valuable as you think it is?
Lots of questions, not so many answers
Welcome to my observations on the world. Through this blog, I'll explore the biggest ideas and unpack the most interesting questions I observe from my vantage point as one of life's most enthusiastic spectators. From time to I'll be tempted to participate in the game that unfolds before me; but for the most part I'll … Continue reading Lots of questions, not so many answers