Apr 26 2013: I have also wondered whether its really all about failing government systems too. Do we the people need to look at ourselves as a blame for the worlds wos? If there are leaders abusing the systems, aren't we allowing it? Anyone who has stood back and observed democracy in certain western countries can see what's going on. Just like an advertising firm, politicians employ an understanding of human psychology to manipulate & bamboozle us for their own gain.
we do things like vote for people because we like 'something' about them, without actually looking at the policies being offered, or who the person really is. I think too often its the person with money, nice cloths, an appealing vojce, & a trustworthy face etc.. Who gets voted in, & that's just poor judgement on our part. It should be policies from down to earth, intelligent individuals.... Not charisma & and an ability to talk fast, that wins elections.
Apr 23 2013: I think it makes you normal. If most people were being honest, they would relate to your statement. What kind of a life is working, eating, sleeping, working, sleeping, eating & so on?
on the flip side, sometimes society needs to forcibly motivate us... I would be lazier than i am without a boss who would fire me if i didn't perform.
Apr 22 2013: Like most things, i don't there's any one right answer. Both capitalism and communism have there pros and cons. The problem is quite simply fixed in my mind. The potential for abuse in each system needs to be plugged. We should have a good idea what does & doesn't work by now. Perhaps a hybrid of the two systems? If i had to chose one and improve on it, I'd go with communism. Equality is something we should all strive for. Company size & individual wealth should be capped. Hard work should still be rewarded... But there are greedy people out there with far, far too much money and assets, to the point is immoral.(when you compare to those below the poverty line).
ive always felt 'leaders' should be heavily scrutinized. They should be nominated for their intelligence and expertise in their field. They should have capped terms in office & new leaders chosen by the people. Nominees should have equal chance to gain our votes with equal federally funded campaigns. Private funding leads to shady deals and corruption. A leader should never be someone who sought the position... A power hungry personality is not a desirable trait.
Mar 24 2013: My gut reaction to this question is no. It almost seems like torture. It's not bad enough that us humans have wiped them out, but now we're going to bring them back... Why? So we can wipe them out again? As others have said we're not ready. We haven't quite finished raping this world yet, & we've got countless other species still in our cross hairs.
Our focus should be waking up as a species. To save what still remains & stop our population growth. Only then, when we're in harmony with the rest of the natural world, can we discuss whether or not to reintroduce what was lost.
Mar 4 2013: Some people like myself don't reach intellectual potential until after school. Any support and opportunities I may have had through the school system leading into universities have been missed. Now I'm not saying I'm a gifted individual as such... I know full well that there are much smarter people out there.. But I do have a creative side. In my dead end job, I often come up with ways to improve green energy. I have one idea for a water battery I've been refining in my head for years. Where does one such as myself go with ideas? Perhaps my idea is flawed... But surely amoungst all of us amateur engineers/scientists/inventors are some genuinely great ideas that are being wasted.
I have no idea where to turn to with my ideas, or how to change my career to suit my passions. Who will listen & give me a chance? If these are my frustrations than chances are I'm not alone. Perhaps some investors out there should set up sites, with small teams to take in these ideas & sort out those with real potential?
Mar 3 2013: Tranquilise then remove tusks so there's nothing to take. This is short term patch. Real problem is us. There is between 6 & 7 billion of us. We are a spreading virus from natures POV. Long term solution; 1-2 children per family across the globe. We need to stop spreading & slowly taking all wildlife habitat. It's that simple. There is simply no need to have this many humans. Especially you India! What would be a comfortable global population? A sustainable one for all life? 4 billion? 3?
Feb 26 2013: In reality shows the TV gurus have found the perfect combination of shows people will watch, with low cost production. Game of thrones is a far superior program you might agree... But the fx cost millions. That's why there's 38,000 reality shows for every fantasy epic(minor exaggeration)
They will never let go of these money makers. It's the same reason TV line ups feature so many 'murder mystery/cop' shows. People lap up what amounts to the same episode rehashed over & over & it costs relatively little to make.
There is in every country I'm aware of, government bodies that control what we see... I.e. censorship. Why they don't control IQ lowering crap, like most reality TV shows, instead of being focused on private parts & 'evil' words is beyond me.
Feb 25 2013: Bacteria that take a commonly found & bountiful product or substance, feed on it & produce a byproduct that can be used as fuel. Not a new idea, but perhaps something that could be improved upon. Made more efficient. Produced on mass & cheaply. Hydrogen production for example.
Feb 24 2013: Well I hope your right :). A science channel? No fair! I for one would love it. There is so much we don't know, even for those of us who like the sciences. Such limitless potential. And to think how some smart tv could teach & inspire a children as they grow up.
I went to watch a show called wonders of the universe. & not for the first time I had to turn it off when joined by my girlfriend who's reaction to seeing anything with science/politics/religion is always, 'what is this shit your watching.' That's what your dealing I suspect in a lot of cases. I'm not sure about this, but I think I recall hearing that females in general(not all females!) aren't interested in theses subjects... Perhaps there's an underlying reason behind it, and a little bit of psychology research may clarify whats going on there?
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A comment on Conversation: If communism was working the way its progenitors wanted it to, would it be better than capitalism?
we do things like vote for people because we like 'something' about them, without actually looking at the policies being offered, or who the person really is. I think too often its the person with money, nice cloths, an appealing vojce, & a trustworthy face etc.. Who gets voted in, & that's just poor judgement on our part. It should be policies from down to earth, intelligent individuals.... Not charisma & and an ability to talk fast, that wins elections.
A reply on Conversation: If communism was working the way its progenitors wanted it to, would it be better than capitalism?
on the flip side, sometimes society needs to forcibly motivate us... I would be lazier than i am without a boss who would fire me if i didn't perform.
A comment on Conversation: If communism was working the way its progenitors wanted it to, would it be better than capitalism?
ive always felt 'leaders' should be heavily scrutinized. They should be nominated for their intelligence and expertise in their field. They should have capped terms in office & new leaders chosen by the people. Nominees should have equal chance to gain our votes with equal federally funded campaigns. Private funding leads to shady deals and corruption. A leader should never be someone who sought the position... A power hungry personality is not a desirable trait.
A comment on Conversation: Science is developing the tools towards de-extinction of species on the planet that have become extinct. The question becomes; Should we?
Our focus should be waking up as a species. To save what still remains & stop our population growth. Only then, when we're in harmony with the rest of the natural world, can we discuss whether or not to reintroduce what was lost.
A reply on Conversation: What are the challenges that gifted and creative individuals face at present?
A comment on Conversation: What are the challenges that gifted and creative individuals face at present?
I have no idea where to turn to with my ideas, or how to change my career to suit my passions. Who will listen & give me a chance? If these are my frustrations than chances are I'm not alone. Perhaps some investors out there should set up sites, with small teams to take in these ideas & sort out those with real potential?
A comment on Conversation: How do we save African elephants from extinction?
A comment on Conversation: Are reality shows good for society?
They will never let go of these money makers. It's the same reason TV line ups feature so many 'murder mystery/cop' shows. People lap up what amounts to the same episode rehashed over & over & it costs relatively little to make.
There is in every country I'm aware of, government bodies that control what we see... I.e. censorship. Why they don't control IQ lowering crap, like most reality TV shows, instead of being focused on private parts & 'evil' words is beyond me.
A comment on Conversation: What genetically engineered machines (modified bacteria) should we build?
A reply on Conversation: Why don't we treat science experiments like primetime TV?
I went to watch a show called wonders of the universe. & not for the first time I had to turn it off when joined by my girlfriend who's reaction to seeing anything with science/politics/religion is always, 'what is this shit your watching.' That's what your dealing I suspect in a lot of cases. I'm not sure about this, but I think I recall hearing that females in general(not all females!) aren't interested in theses subjects... Perhaps there's an underlying reason behind it, and a little bit of psychology research may clarify whats going on there?