This site was inspired by the idea of exigency-- the concept of the "right message at the right time to the right people".
In this chaotic and messy world we live in, I strongly believe in the importance of open conversation and honest dialogue. Without such interactions, we become less than American. Less than free. Less than human.
On this blog, "From a Committed Participant", I will share my thoughts on politics, peace and justice as well as personal philosophies that I occasionally dust off and release from the old cranium. I draw inspiration from a variety of texts, videos and pictures, and encourage you to join with me in conversation surrounding these various tidbits.
A fundamental in any democracy is the commitment of its people to participate in open debate. The great Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone once wrote,
"We can and must move U.S. politics forward by means of committed participation."
I agree. These are my two cents.
Peace to you and yours,
Ian
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