Comment heard today-
While at work I heard someone say that "people are so wrapped up in their daily lives that they don't care about national or world wide problems".
Hmmm. I tend to agree with that to a certain extent. I have so much crap to remember on a daily basis to recall the name of the Israeli prime minister (although I do hope he recovers ok from the stroke he just had). Does that make me apathetic? I am sure some would be like "Heck yeah!". I try everyday to catch the local and worldwide headlines to keep me somewhat updated, but I know I would like to be more informed.
Now to stir things up a little bit- For all of those people out there who would say that they are really involved in political or social issues, how do you handle your everyday life?? Do you concentrate so much on what is going on out there that you are missing things right in front of you? Just asking (so don't get anything in a bunch). I think the key is balance-which I am still working on.
While at work I heard someone say that "people are so wrapped up in their daily lives that they don't care about national or world wide problems".
Hmmm. I tend to agree with that to a certain extent. I have so much crap to remember on a daily basis to recall the name of the Israeli prime minister (although I do hope he recovers ok from the stroke he just had). Does that make me apathetic? I am sure some would be like "Heck yeah!". I try everyday to catch the local and worldwide headlines to keep me somewhat updated, but I know I would like to be more informed.
Now to stir things up a little bit- For all of those people out there who would say that they are really involved in political or social issues, how do you handle your everyday life?? Do you concentrate so much on what is going on out there that you are missing things right in front of you? Just asking (so don't get anything in a bunch). I think the key is balance-which I am still working on.
posted by Beth at Thursday, January 05, 2006
2 Comments:
Hi, Beth! This is Jen A. in Lancaster. Love your blog. Found it via your link in your siggy line on the peas board. To answer your question...I try to keep up with the news, but at the same time live my life. Lately I realize more and more how lucky I am to live where I live (based on all that goes on everywhere else). I hope you are doing well!
RON B
depends on what you do for a living I guess. I'm in the car all day and listen to talk radio, so it's easier for me to keep up on national and international events. Areil Sharon by the way, Beth. People also pay attention to things that they think affects their lives. Most people don't think politics can have an impact on their lives so they don't pay attention.
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