Yes, hope is vital. But so is being intellectually honest and morally courageous enough to speak out loudly, clearly and often about what is real, according to the lights and science we possess. We cannot make a difference that makes a difference if we continue not to question the ubiquitously broadcasted delusions by the world leaders of my generation who are leading our youth down a 'primrose path' to surely precipitate the utter extirpation of global biodiversity, the irreversible degradation of Earth's environs, the reckless dissipation of its limited resources and the destruction of life as we know it. The very thing our leaders claim to be protecting and preserving for children everywhere and coming generations.
“The greatest danger to our planet is that we lose hope – especially if our youth loses hope. Because, if we have no hope, we give up and stop trying to do our bit to make a difference.” - Dr. Jane Goodall
Coincidentally, I had this same thought about two days ago after reading something in a magazine about how police departments use asset forfeiture to line their coffers.
I like the idea of just burning the fine money, but one thing to account for would be covering the cost of your wrongdoing. Part of the fines you pay are not *just* punitive, but also account for police time, any damage you did, renting your jail cell (if applicable), the courts, and stuff like that. It makes sense to me that the wrongdoer pays those costs. And in fact, getting an itemized list with associated costs may have the effect of making it clear to the wrongdoer that the consequences of their actions affected others as well.
In response to Dame Jane Goodall...
Yes, hope is vital. But so is being intellectually honest and morally courageous enough to speak out loudly, clearly and often about what is real, according to the lights and science we possess. We cannot make a difference that makes a difference if we continue not to question the ubiquitously broadcasted delusions by the world leaders of my generation who are leading our youth down a 'primrose path' to surely precipitate the utter extirpation of global biodiversity, the irreversible degradation of Earth's environs, the reckless dissipation of its limited resources and the destruction of life as we know it. The very thing our leaders claim to be protecting and preserving for children everywhere and coming generations.
“The greatest danger to our planet is that we lose hope – especially if our youth loses hope. Because, if we have no hope, we give up and stop trying to do our bit to make a difference.” - Dr. Jane Goodall
Coincidentally, I had this same thought about two days ago after reading something in a magazine about how police departments use asset forfeiture to line their coffers.
I like the idea of just burning the fine money, but one thing to account for would be covering the cost of your wrongdoing. Part of the fines you pay are not *just* punitive, but also account for police time, any damage you did, renting your jail cell (if applicable), the courts, and stuff like that. It makes sense to me that the wrongdoer pays those costs. And in fact, getting an itemized list with associated costs may have the effect of making it clear to the wrongdoer that the consequences of their actions affected others as well.