In general I don't support the ideas of vengeance , retaliation , punishmen=
t and the like.  Such approaches don't work.  I don't feel I have all the a=
nswers nor do I think there is an answer for every problem or issue.  I thi=
nk the punishment system and prisons are a failure.  I don't have a better =
suggestion at this time.

The best world I can envision is millions of intelligent independent puzzle=
 pieces choosing their place in the fabric of life.  I don't think that mas=
ter planners can put together a society that comes even close in material v=
alue or moral value.

I strongly support personal liberty , self-actualization and the enjoyment =
of the fruits of one's labors.  This means I support the idea that private =
property is very important.  I think individuals should be able to use thei=
r assets and property as they see fit.  I don't think they have a "social" =
obligation to share it.  That is up to them.

I don't need leaders or kings or charismatics to tell me what to do.  I don=
't mind learning from people smarter than me.  I have never met a person wh=
o knew how to run my life better than me. =20

I do not advocate violence for any purpose whether it be at the personal , =
group or global level. I can see that violence does appear to be ingrained =
in humans but I won't willing participate.  I won't charge into battle beca=
use the "commander" says so.  I won't substitute a leader's morality for my=
 own.  I never advocate violence or harming someone else.

Gus in Denver   99gus
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