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Smoke from Billion$ Burning Blinds Us; Post-Election Survival Battle Threatens Millions
The Human Suffering Caused by Stupidity
Anyone with half-a-brain knows that birth — three-years-old is the most critical time of a child’s development. The respected Zero to Three organization offers a plethora of proof. No matter. We don’t value early childhood enrichment because it’s too expensive.
Anyone with the other-half-of-a-brain now bemoans the endless, brutal election which resulted in $14 billion being spent on ads, posters, bumperstickers and consultants. Evidently we “value” the barrage of lies, hatred and broken promises from armies of campaigners, and we’re willing to drop a cool $14 billion to show our loyalties.
Alas, the end of the election still escapes us, but what doesn’t escape us is the reality facing millions of families across the land — suffering children, parents/guardians. CoVid-19 tops the list of dire threats. Evictions, homelessness, hunger, lack of medical care, and more follows close behind. Bump up the suffering rating for those experiencing homelessness. Despite the scope of adversity, the political powers don’t seem to…
