Something Worth Trying

iwriteasiwrite:

“…As well, it seems that we have a tendency to demand change, and yet refuse to accept change; arguing that (amorphously I might add) it’s not the change we want. Well, what exactly is it we want to change then? Moving forward as a country is not an instantaneous event. Projects, programs, changes, whatever should be evaluated on their own merits, within their own context, and whether or not they will positively impact the country over time (not just now). Our continuing desire to demand socio-economic reforms, or anti-corruption measures, or new tourism campaigns, then reject them out of hand when presented is a flaw that contributes to stymying the evolution of the nation. There is a distinct difference between taking a principled, intellectual, and critical stand on an issue (whether for or against) and continuing to reject or accept any all attempts immediately. The idea of oppositional politics and modes of thinking (again going back to the binary) is so deeply embedded in our public discourse that it is difficult to distinguish between constructive criticism and just plain bitching.”