Our Anti-intellectual Society (poem) by larry r linville on AuthorsDen

Our Anti-intellectual Society
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I mourn the loss of civility in our discussions today. We mistrust those who have learning as we go for attitudes which don't allow us to converse in a way that is helpful.
We live in a crazy world today not like the old days I am yearning. A day with cool conversation without a suspicion toward learning. Scientists seem to be blacklisted and denied as a possible choice as we take our cues to discussions from those who have the loudest voice. We ignore lessons from history, philosophy, and holy books. Compassion’s replaced by egotists whose words come with angry looks. We don’t follow the rules of debate making up facts as we go along and we speak with false authority even though we are very wrong. When we realize we are losing in what becomes more than just games we yell and shout even louder and revert to calling them names. “Come, let us reason together,” said the prophet of long ago though your arguments are like scarlet they can become white as pure snow. How helpful if we were soft-spoken letting Jesus guide every word turning us all to civility like sweetest music you’ve ever heard.

Reviewed by Chip Bergeron

Reviewed on August 31, 2011

You've struck a nerve her, Larry. I guess one of the most irfritating and frustrating things though is to see my attempt at civility being met by indifference, contempt or heightened incicility.

Chip Bergeron

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on August 14, 2011

Of all things to end, civility is the worst...we need some to exist, but it seems most people would rather be jerks...e

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

I seem to be mourning the loss of so many wonderful things these sad days, and civility is surely one of them.

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen

Reviewed on August 13, 2011

well said, larry. the death of reason & responsibility is upon us.
how very tragic it is to, for our frail human condition.
peace & blessings,
carolyn

Reviewed by George Carroll

A lie remains a lie soft spoken or not and it's up to us to know the difference.

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

I have to agree with Dan, I hope your words are heard loud and clear Larry.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by D Johnson

I believe there are a boat load of politicians,and political wannabe's that should read your poem.

Cheers,
Dan