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co·nun·drum kəˈnəndrəm/ noun: conundrum; plural noun: conundrums 1. a confusing and difficult problem or question. If these (below) are not conundrums, I don't know what is. The six contradictions of socialism in the United States of America : 1. America is capitalist and greedy - yet half of the population is subsidized. 2. Half of the population is subsidized - yet they think they are victims. 3. They think they are victims - yet their representatives run the government. 4. Their representatives run the government - yet the poor keep getting poorer. 5. The poor keep getting poorer - yet they have things that people in other countries only dream about. 6. They have things that people in other countries only dream about - yet they want America to be more like those other countries. And that pretty much sums up the USA in the 21st Century.

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Analyzing populism reveals its complex nature. On one hand, populism can serve as a corrective force within democracies, amplifying the voices of marginalized groups and challenging established power dynamics. It can bring attention to issues neglected by mainstream politics and foster political engagement among disaffected populations. However, populism's simplistic dichotomy of "the people" versus "the elite" can oversimplify complex societal issues and lead to the scapegoating of certain groups, fostering division and polarization within societies. #populism

🦸♀️💥Kamala Harris: Your Strengths Are Your Superpowers!💥🦸♀️ https://lnkd.in/eND2Uwmi Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the United States, shared an important message about believing in ourselves. She reminded us that everyone has unique strengths, like being kind, smart, or creative. Sometimes, people might try to make us feel bad about these strengths, but we should never let anyone turn our superpowers into weaknesses. Instead, we should celebrate what makes us special! Always remember to stand tall and be proud of who you are! 🦸♀️💥Kamala Harris: Your Strengths Are Your Superpowers!💥🦸♀️ #4u #fyp #follow #share #powerfulstatements #fyp #joy #optimism #dreambig #ambition #inspirational #motivationalquotes #coalitions #community #uplifting #truemeasures #foryou #Americans #USA #howtocopewithanenemy #enemy #jeolusy #fururegoals #investmentgoals #KamalaHarrisInspirationalQuotes #adversaries #futuregoals #MrsExquisite #fypviralシ #followme #Election2024 #knowledge #knowledgeispower #foryourpage #viralpost #viralshortfeeds #virals #4upage #knowledgeable #politics #viralpoliticaldebates 1 #StrengthsAreSuperpowers 2 #BelieveInYour

Today in the USA, we celebrate “Labor Day”. Work is an important part of life. It helps us use our talents to help build a better world, independent of the industry in which we work. As the Bible said “Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty!” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭14‬:‭23‬ ‭NLT‬‬ #laborday #diadotrabalho #humanresources #recursoshumanos

Exploring loneliness together. Monika Jiang’s quest strikes a deep chord. I’ve also been researching, curating and writing on resonant and overlapping themes. Navigating between worlds, many are at a loss, in some ways untethered and disoriented, in some ways paradoxically anchored by old constructs that are crumbling all around. Within me and at the heart of the Unstitution commons, navigating an emergent and strategic learning journey, bridging divides, rooted in collaboration - we embrace our individual-ness while integrally connecting to a greater whole - our human and planetary living family. We can all be unstitutional. The barriers and boundaries that circumscribe and perpetuate dysfunctional "we-they" postures and dynamics can dissolve, blend and reconstitute into authentic "us-ness." This journey surfaces questions, inviting us to plumb some depths as we navigate forward, living into an unknowable future…discerning patterns that might help us set a life-affirming trajectory that celebrates rich diversity and offers ample space for our multitudes - a "reframed sense of belonging." As social beings, the "longing to belong" is powerful. Now is a time to consciously reframe what belonging means and the different forms this might take, transcending the tribal homogeneity and likemindedness that fortifies (artificial) divides. On a more personal note…I've experienced profound loss, especially over the past 5 years. I have, thankfully, through the course of my lifetime, befriended solitude. Sometimes that solitude is a thin veneer for the aching loneliness that takes up residence at a deeper level. I've often said, that I’ve spent most of my life feeling like I don’t belong in "this world." And so, I resonate with Monika’s quest to explore our (existential) loneliness - together... Loneliness. So often it causes people to bristle - to brush it aside, to turn away - as it burrows a deeper hole in our collective souls. We talk about being vulnerable, how it’s okay, how it brings us together. Yet loneliness, as defined in a society that exalts individualism, is so often treated as an individual problem. Loneliness touches a very vulnerable nerve…that hasn’t been fully acknowledged and welcomed into the vulnerability space that has opened up in recent years. Monika sheds light on the politics of loneliness, exploding some myths. Bringing loneliness out of the murky shadows and into the light can reveal artificial separateness. Perhaps the exploration of loneliness is an important part of our journey toward a reframed sense of belonging… When we allow ourselves to experience loneliness, together…can we uncover and discover our connectedness? Will that help us get on with more meaningful, interconnected and purposeful spirit-full life and work endeavours? Thanks Monika. Dip in here, an ongoing quest/labour of love: “Losing trust in each other leaves us vulnerable to contempt and cynicism…” #messyhumanness #wisdomwithteeth

We usually relate peace-building efforts to areas affected by conflict and war, exclusively. But the truth is we can be peace-builder everywhere as long as structural violence (and violence in all its forms) exists. The definition of positive peace distinguishes that peace is not just the absence of war but social justice, equality, and the wellbeing of communities. As Theirworld has highlighted, early childhood is where inequality begins. Focusing on the early years can stop the structural causes of violence in our communities. It’s in our hands to advocate so that our children have the right opportunities and resources to develop their fully potential. And help create more just, egalitarian and sustainable communities. #ActForEarlyYears #EarlyYears #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #Peace #Peacebuilding

  World Day of Social Justice reminds us each year of the need to build fairer, more equitable societies.   The theme of World Day of Social Justice 2024 is "Bridging Gaps, Building Alliances".   #WorldDayofSocialJustice #20Feb #FamilyFoodProducts #Zia #WorldDay #Social #Justice

#ThinkDeep in the context of Assembly, Networking, Organization and Association; For it is not how big the house is, it is how happy the home is… Many good upcoming leaders are caged in their mind’s and betrayed what they believe is truth because of………. ?#fillitup… Sometimes those trying to bring you down, don’t realise you are part of the reason they are still standing.. #HearMe: When your intentions are pure you don’t lose anybody they lose you. Never argue with liars. You can’t win because they believe their own lies and most time our life is what our thoughts make…… #thinkpositive… As we War Against: 1. Unemployment. 2. ⁠Poverty. 3. ⁠Inequality. 4. ⁠illiteracy. Let remember our target this year #100Million Members.. Together we shall overcome… Website: https://lnkd.in/dufFgUm