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Maureen Davison's avatar

Thanks Al. Right on point, as expected.

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Ginny Nightingale's avatar

Perfectly said and I am sorry you were treated so rudely. As you might guess, I am polite when out and about and try to add levity to any situation. But I find that people are somewhat surprised to get a smile ,a laugh or a sign of appreciation. It’s such a tough world now. I feel that Reality TV with all of its rude behavior on display has set a tone…and one of its stars becoming President just put the icing on the cake. Rude behavior is now not only ok but valued! Ugh.

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Al Bellenchia's avatar

It does seem at times that we are in a bad reality show.

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Ray Pellecchia's avatar

Well said, Al. The only people who can change this dynamic is ourselves.

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Al Bellenchia's avatar

“We have met the enemy and he is us.” - Walt Kelly

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Louanne's avatar

Once again, Al, you nailed it! I'm so frustrated by incivility that I want to bash someone with my cane--which is just what I should NOT want to do. To anyone. Ever. Thank you for the reminder. (I greatly appreciated the TED talk.)

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Al Bellenchia's avatar

Thanks, Lou. Put down the cane and back away...

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