Our problems begin locally

If you are reading this expecting an update on Alec’s case, the update is that there is no update. Been pretty much the same for 5 ½ years with a few high hope moments.

This in and of itself speaks volumes to the efficiency of our system. During the “pause” of all of the new updates this blog will take on a different dimension. NOTE: If you are accessing this and have an interest in receiving updates, please follow the blog and receive notifications directly due to social media censoring.

I speak from personal experience and have come to clear realizations. Alec’s case, like many others, did not meet the hidden criteria that would have placed it in the category in which it mattered to be aired publicly. Let me explain. In review with a local area news agency, supposedly they were going to tell Alec’s story, but due to social unrest at that time that station stood behind Blue Lives Matter and aired stories along that line while just before they had disclosed corruption, issues, etc… Alec’s story and the handling would have brought into question a stance that they were supporting. So, ask me if I believe there is any bias in media? I believe they only show and report what supports the narrative they want to put forth. The bigger question is who decides that narrative. Now before you jump to any conclusions, lets dig deeper into an area.

I believe HATE is wrong. What I believe is worse than hate, are those that sow, feed off of, and make a living from it. We have so many issues in our country right now that are compounded by the fruit of years of feeding and growing hate. Why would some one do this? Because it gives them power. If we stay busy warring against each other we will never solve our problems. If we did solve our problems two things would happen. We wouldn’t need these hate peddlers to save us and we would have time to see what they are up to.

We as people need to connect. I believe this connection is the key that makes the others in that connection real, people, that they matter in our eyes. Unless we see others as people we will fail. I dare anyone involved in Alec’s case to say the level of professionalism and attention given would have been the same if it were their child. I am not the only one the system has failed. People can be put into three categories, ones that the system has failed, ones that the system served, and those that may think they know but have not tested it yet ( I assumed it worked for all). So what am I saying ? We must address failures, deficiencies and accountability head on with no sacred cows. I am not saying all police are bad but if you say we cannot talk about real problems, we are now opposing forces with no room for actually solving a problem. This can be applied to teachers, preachers, institutions, businesses. If you take the stand nothing wrong can occur in this area, give me a few minutes and I will find case upon case where that trust has been violated.

At the same time you cannot argue all are evil while looking for blood (figuratively) and expect to facilitate change.

All of this comes down to people. People are our point of contact with these professions and institutions. People choose to what standard they live. I believe these people in positions of authority must remember to value the lives they serve and for which are impacted by their decisions.

How did we get to a point where people’s lives do not have a value? What are the messages we hear concerning the value of life? Maybe we could blame movies, videos games, and music. Maybe these are not the causal but rather resultant. There are plenty of people telling you that all your problems are because you are a victim. Surrender your authority over your life to them and they will make everything alright. There is so much talk about don’t judge. People wear this out by taking it out of context to shutdown a conversation. At the same time, I don’t think people understand what that statement means. If two people want reconciliation, the one that has done wrong owns their choices and the other doesn’t hold it against them. It isn’t the words, it is a convincing in the heart. There are two parts to this to be successful, true communication and a desire for a relationship, without that desire what does it matter anyway. In reality we must be aware of threats to our safety and the well being of those we care about. This is not being judgmental but rather prudent. We must all check ourselves and our motives. Human nature loves to tear down or we can choose a different path. We must ask ourselves do want vengeance or resolution.

If you come back, we will talk about trust.

Peace be with you