Friday, January 3, 2014

Being Big Brother America has These Two Problems

   The problem with being a big brother is being a bully. Well, that is one of two problems. The other is, the problem with being a big brother is that you end up with too many little brothers.
   Just the same, I like the idea of America playing big brother, of trying to protect the innocent and downtrodden of the world. I like the idea of America stepping in when bullies pick on the little brothers. But, there's rub number one: Sometimes, in trying to stop the bully, you become a little bit of a bully yourself. You get to where you try to impose your will where your will has no business being imposed. Be careful. Sometimes, those you suppose to be in need of your help are not calling for it at all. They are quite satisfied with their way of life, even though it doesn't have the word you value so much in it. Consider, America, that "freedom" might be a cherished value to you, but others might be quite comfortable living without it.
   I'm just saying, freedom isn't something you impose on others. Step in when they want it. Step away when they don't. After all, if you try to impose freedom all over the world, you are going to be one busy body of a big brother. Once you get in the business of helping others, there will be more than enough who come calling for your assistance without helping where help isn't needed.

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