In this current political and economic climate, it has become a national past-time to point fingers at whichever class of society we feel is the source of all of our hardships. Depending on our political persuasions, we are either inclined to point fingers at society's "irresponsible dregs" (i.e. everyone on welfare, especially single mothers) or… Continue reading The Believer’s Attitude Toward Single Mothers
Category: Culture
secular justice, social justice, songs, literature & fairytales, media, feminism, gender , prejudice
The Giving Tree: A Picture Of Abuse
I was just reminded of the book "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein. It's a book from my childhood often lifted up as a book about true giving, teaching children to be selfless. If you are unfamiliar with the plot, this is what the Wikipedia entry has to say: The book follows the lives of… Continue reading The Giving Tree: A Picture Of Abuse
