When things globalize only in one direction they bring more harm than good but when communities and cultures generate economic and political strength from each other then globalization could be regarded as means of enhancing global development and stability.
In the good old days
My community lived in great prosperity
They fed and clothed themselves well
They controlled and ruled their lands
But a change in the world had changed them
Europe invented machines that changed life
Factories turned over goods in large quantities
Demand for market and raw material increased
Invasion of Africa had become a high priority
Science played a role to swallow my people
It transported new people, new cultures
Globalization started in the good old days
You are speaking truth to power in this piece and many join you in your visions of the good old days. Peace, love, blessings, and gratitude for sharing.. <Mikii>
another brilliant, albeit sad, view of Somalia. It is frightening that so much is being lost to a great degree in so many cultures throughout the world. I have always felt a bit lost...no firm culture to hold onto...'American' is so variant.
You have your finger on the pulse of the times Abdi Noor. We can only pray that leaders will realize those countries that need extra help to become more efficient, will gte it.You are a beacon of light
for your country!
I often truly wonder if much of our technology today hurts more than it helps. And I often wonder if man was really intended to live a much simpler life.
Yes, Abdi-Noor; sadly it did.
May globalization begin as the name truly implies!
"when communities and cultures generate economic and political strength from each other then globalization could be regarded as means of enhancing global development and stability"
This is a heartmoving write ... I am so sad and sorry.
Thank you, deeply, for sharing.
Love, Suzie
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well written commentary, Abdi ...
Susan
for your country!
I often truly wonder if much of our technology today hurts more than it helps. And I often wonder if man was really intended to live a much simpler life.
Best wishes always
from
kay.
May globalization begin as the name truly implies!
"when communities and cultures generate economic and political strength from each other then globalization could be regarded as means of enhancing global development and stability"
This is a heartmoving write ... I am so sad and sorry.
Thank you, deeply, for sharing.
Love, Suzie