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Old 12-07-2017, 04:24 PM
Rodger Knox Rodger Knox is offline
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It is different now, at least in the US. When I turned 18, I had to choose one of three options. I could leave the country, go to college, or take advantage of my Uncle's offer of an all expenses paid tour of beautiful southeast Asia. I had always planned on going to college, so it was an easy choice for me, but not everyone had that choice. Many were forced to go and fight a war in which they did not believe, and were vilified for being there after they returned.

I was active in the civil rights movement, and was subjected to teargas for demonstrating the belief that all men are equal under the law. Fast forward 40 years, and affirmative action dictates that minorities get jobs, contracts, and promotions ahead of me, even if I'm more qualified.

Life is not fair. Fair is a term that only applies in baseball, between the foul lines.

Don't worry, be happy! It's a lot easier.
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