Weekly Thought #4 (opinion)

We are creatures of habit, and when we get comfortable with a routine, we tend to resist change. When presented with a situation unfavorable to us, and one which makes us disgusted, almost to the point of hatred, and more importantly, one that threatens the very existence of our well being, we don’t hesitate to act. If the effects are minimal however, and not catastrophic, ignorance is suitable. We didn’t realize global warming was occurring until we started to see the temperatures rise. However, these tiny and slow changes may result in larger snowballs with the possibility of damage and irrevocable harm at a time when it is too late to rectify.
In some distinct instances, rather than rely solely on hesitation, we are forced into action, without worry of consequences to ourselves. We have seen it with Pearl Harbor and the 9/11 tragedies. Certain events inspire us to a greater good and common cause. There are occurrences which are easily identifiable because they are visual, broadcasted, televised and require little effort for discovery. Then, there exist other events that are happening which we do need our exertion to unveil, and I argue these are equally important because if we do nothing, we subject ourselves to the uncontrollable actions of unrestrained and reckless individuals or groups. I would further recommend such a situation is underway and if we fail to act, we are destined for failure. It s our inaction which poses a threat, so our instinct to act becomes even more vital.
I don’t say these things because I worry for own selfish purposes, but due to my concern friends, family and community. Pennsylvania is a great state, and our local municipalities are instrumental to the overall big picture. Sitting idly by while we continue on a path of destruction, and to increase the likelihood of harm to residents, is not a desire of ours.
We can make a difference; we can feel safer; we can improve our learning; we cane lower taxes; we can live better; we can care more; we can, but we need government to help, and not contribute to the problem. This is not a Republican issue; this is not a democrat issue; this is our issue. Come Election Day, I am not supporting a party; I am supporting someone who represents the brightness of a future I grew up believing in, and a future my parents told me was possible in America.