I'm not sure why you bothered to post this quote by Doug Casey, which seems to be nothing more than an uninformed opinion. To assert that all the children in a nation of 300 million people can be represented by the Power Rangers requires a rather staggering ignorance.
Anonymous | 09.15.05 - 3:05 pm | #

On the contrary, Anonymous, Doug Casey is a best selling author and hugely successful speculator. His book, "Crisis Investing," was #1 on the New York Times best-seller list for 29 consecutive weeks.

He has appeared on hundreds of radio and television shows, including Letterman, Charlie Rose, NBC News and CNN. He's been featured in periodicals such as People, US, Time, Forbes, and the Washington Post.

While I find his statement largely inaccurate (though this may be due to a lack of context on my part), his opinion is highly credible. Which is why I posted the quotation.

You are right in saying that it is impossible to label 300 million people with the same description, but that is exactly what an archetype does. The absurdity is inherent to the activity, not to Mr. Casey's analysis.

Brett Harris | 09.15.05 - 3:18 pm | #

"No one ever initiated widespread reform by agreeing with everybody."

Oooh, I like that! :D

1) While it may be good that this generation is becoming "more polite," one must ask, "At what cost?" It would seem that many are turning to the 'love everyone and everything' concept to their own detriment. That was not what made America. America was made by men who struggled and fought against oppression and then worked hard and sacrificed much to see this nation through. No, they were not 'cozy' towards the British; and thank God for that!

2) To the extent that it is discouraged. :D Why be politically correct at all? Sure, there are things you don't say, because they just aren't polite. But much political correctness has gone to the point of distorting the truth so that no one will feel bad. I recall reading about a school that banned red ink, and another one that dumped the "F" grade and substituted "DS" (Delayed Success). I think that culture has become too sensitive. :)
SecDef | Homepage | 09.15.05 - 4:02 pm | #

I read Mr. Casey's entire article, and the part Brett quoted makes more sense in the context of the whole. I realize there wasn't a need to post the entire article on the Rebelution, but it might be a good idea to read the whole thing if you want to get more of a feel for Mr. Casey's message.

Personally, I think he takes the cyclical view of history a bit too far, though there is much truth in what he wrote.
Karen Kovaka | 09.16.05 - 6:41 am | #

Power Rangers still around? Jeez, I can remember watching that like nine or ten year ago...(makes me feel old, lol).

1) Which parts of Mr. Casey's description appeal to you? Which parts do not?

None of it. An over-generalization is bad enough, but trying to make an archetype of it? Really bad. If you want an archetype, you need one that lived perfectly...and the only one that qualifies is Jesus. Some might argue that teens can't relate to Him because, well, there isn't much on him as a kid. I think the Scriptures give plenty of info on His little debate with the scholars at the Temple...here they were, men old enough to be His grandparents and He stumped them all. What else does it say? "And Jesus grew in stature and in wisdom, and in favor with God and man." That's what the youth of today must strive for.

2) To what extent should we attempt to be politically-correct? Are there any policically-correct views that you feel especially comfortable or uncomfortable embracing?

If something is politically correct, it means it's acceptable to the world. God never seemed to be worried about that - how about how John the Baptist called out the civil leaders of his day? What about that whiplash sermon in which Jesus rebuked the chief leaders of the people - "blind guides" He called them! This is not to degrade God's love but God loves TRUTH and we cannot compromise that - ever. Hate the sin, not the sinner - and don't allow the sinner to keep going if you can help the situation.
David Ketter | Homepage | 09.16.05 - 6:07 pm | #

2) To what extent should we attempt to be politically-correct? Are there any policically-correct views that you feel especially comfortable or uncomfortable embracing?

The gospel of John says the Lord came and He was "full of grace and truth." He didn't throw truth out the window in order for everyone to have warm gushy feelings yet He also dealt in grace. Notice the order, grace and then truth. Often being politically correct is ridiculous (believe me, I was on a secular college’s debate team), yet it’s also important to make sure it’s not our manner or expressions that offends or rebuff people. As the Lord’s representatives, we need to be careful that we do not cause anyone to reject Him because of our words.
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