One thought on “Michael Jordan, the social activist” Bob Demyanovich says: February 18, 2013 at 5:36 am The span of topics presented in Near Emmaus encourages discussion reaching out to whosoever will. This manner is refreshing, inviting. We must be wary of the desiccated fruit of too much religiosity. Mr. Jordon was the superb elite athlete who was so much more endearing for his smile. There were 2 other smiling contemporaries of comparable abilities in that same moment of the game to contrast Michael’s style, Magic Johnson and Isaiah Thomas. The brightness of the latter 2 suffered a pall, one contracted HIV and the other angrily protested his contention that outcomes were contrived to market the product to a greater audience. All are enhanced by understanding so there is more that can be related to this particular era of sports and for everyone. During a class at William Tyndale College the topic of exploitation of workers in meaner countries was the lesson for a marketing presentation. The example for consideration involved the news story concerning exploitation practiced by a company identified with Cathy Lee Gifford. This was one of those terrible instances without potential for recovery of the pre-incident status. There was a notable gasp and outcry when the next question asked where the money to pay endorsements for Air Jordons came from. Perspective is a comfortable position and a useful tool for merchants and politicians. It is a deadly counterfeit of reality much like a person backing up at a cliff edge. The condition, the word rich is perspective’s twin. Many would agree that the rich should be taxed in greater proportion than the less affluent. The least affluent of developed countries are rich, flushed with wealth as viewed by people of meaner states. The perspective of the affluent dwellers is surprised to be included with the rich. Those that desire are never rich enough. Accumulation is a relentless endeavor that must be preserved against depletion. This world of our dwelling is multitudinous potential jealous of our time and effort. Riches and wealth are power that will dissipate without the vigil of those who would possess them. Greater wealth exerts an equal, greater pressure to escape containment. This circular condition does not readily release captives either.
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