I found it notable that self-control and punctual attendance at a religious service recognizing a Higher Power were part of the troops’ code of conduct. But wait, there’s more!![]()
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Avoid Tribal Media: Choose Civic Unity![]()
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What kind of media should Americans avoid if they don’t want to break up into a tribal nation (a nation where citizens divide politically, economically, socially, and go to war against each other and eventually break apart)?![]()
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Here are three suggestions:![]()
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1. Don’t consume a steady diet of media that tells you what to think from a partisan view all day, every day. When media coverage labels those with different beliefs as “stupid” or “evil,” without offering the facts of what their compatriots believe. Steady consumption of this type of news leads to bitter, depressed people who no longer think clearly.![]()
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2. Skip media that is emotionally manipulative. These are sources that get you riled up into an emotional frenzy with no facts, data, or analysis to back up their claims.![]()
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3. Steer away from high quantity, low quality news. These sources thrive on clickbait to boost their ratings. They offer you nothing that enhances your personal growth, nor do they make you think. Another thing: they change direction to see where the cultural winds are blowing so they can gain new readers, listeners, followers, and the like.![]()
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How to Avoid Becoming a Tribal Nation![]()
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Fellow Americans, it’s best to vary our print, television, podcasting, and radio media to be emotionally healthy with clarity in our thinking. This avoids tribalism. ![]()
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1. Study the Founding American documents to understand foundational American beliefs and values, rather than using the news as a constant source of entertainment. ![]()
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2. Help a neighbor in need. This will benefit both of you.![]()
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3. Enjoy group activities with those who share an interest in your hobby. This is a healthy way to get to know others who may not share your political views or social views, and they are interesting people with families, histories, and hobbies to share.![]()
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Consider making a commitment today: diversify news, reconnect with neighbors, read founding documents, and protect our civic future.![]()
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When commenting, avoid making political statements about prominent people or political parties. Share your thoughts and experiences to help fellow Americans reflect on the values and ideals that have shaped our national history. Let’s have a civil discussion. No additional pictures, links, or articles, please.![]()
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National loyalty and a shared common interest are essential to prevent tribalism. ![]()
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Perhaps one of the greatest questions of our time is, “How do we prevent our nation from falling into tribalism, then falling apart? ![]()
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It would not be good for the world if America joined the ranks of tribal societies.![]()
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Americans must now read the Declaration of Independence as though it includes all of us, for “We (you and I) hold these truths to be self-evident, that ALL men (all people in all stages of life) are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness..” ![]()
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