Let\u2019s bring back shame.<\/p>\n
Shame is good. It acknowledges that we live in a world larger than ourselves and we have obligations to friends, family, community and country.<\/p>\n
We accept that we act within the confines of our culture and our ethics, that religious beliefs guide us, that the Ten Commandments are not merely ad slogans but a lamp to light our path. They are our moral bedrock.<\/p>\n
Shame reminds us that we should do unto others as we would have others do unto us and, if we violate these wise principles, that we should blush with embarrassment.<\/p>\n
Shame advises us that we should care for the humblest and poorest among us when our larder is full and others\u2019 are empty.<\/p>\n
Shame teaches us that we shouldn\u2019t cut government programs that provide medical care for people with disabilities, older citizens and low-income individuals just to fatten the pockets of billionaires \u2014 some of whom have stated publicly that they don\u2019t want lower taxes that increase the burdens of the less fortunate.<\/p>\n
Shame should remind us that we live in a democracy and a nation of abundance. To deny that abundance to the downtrodden of other nations seeking refuge is not act of self-protection, but an act of selfishness.<\/p>\n
Shame should humble us when arrogance poisons our national character.<\/p>\n
Shame isn\u2019t weakness. It\u2019s the conscience of a decent society. It can make us better people. Kinder neighbors. A more honorable nation.<\/p>\n
For all our sakes, let\u2019s bring back shame and really make America great again.<\/p>\n
Sam Bleecker<\/p>\n
West Lampeter Township<\/p>\n
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