Sunday, June 29, 2008
Something Worthwhile
The dawning of the culture war within our dominant society was inspiring and exhilarating. But war is more than celebrating identity; it also involves social conflict. That conflict continues -- in education, politics, the arts, as well as all forms of human relationships and exchange.
Endurance and sense of purpose have a lot to do with it. Had the Native Americans thrown up their hands, they would not exist today. The values hippies expressed, likewise, would not still be cherished by so many.
Present laments aside, those who still value the noble aspects of the 1960s probably have something worthwhile to offer to young people who weren't yet around to experience the beginning of our social revolution. Sharing whatever that may be is probably a good idea.
Endurance and sense of purpose have a lot to do with it. Had the Native Americans thrown up their hands, they would not exist today. The values hippies expressed, likewise, would not still be cherished by so many.
Present laments aside, those who still value the noble aspects of the 1960s probably have something worthwhile to offer to young people who weren't yet around to experience the beginning of our social revolution. Sharing whatever that may be is probably a good idea.
