“Without deviations from the norm, progress is not possible” – Frank Zappa Progressive social change in our country is slow, like a large ocean liner changing direction. Why? Because this type of change is always met with resistance, regardless of how just or deserving. Our nation experienced this during the Suffrage Movement, the Civil Rights Movement and even now with the Gay Rights Movement. These changes rarely ever come from the top. Our government is usually forced to act when the cries of protest overpower the status quo. Such … [Read more...]
