Western society has undergone tremendous change over the last few decades. The adoption of the internet in the late 1990s, along with the explosive growth of cell phones and social media, has accelerated this growth. Virtually instant connectivity has a tremendous influence on thought and behavior. These are powerful intellectual and communicative forces that can be used for good or bad.

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As with watching television, sometimes the regular programming is
interrupted by breaking news. This week was no different due to the
excitement of a new Pope coming into power. I’d like to take a moment to
reflect on some observations and what this means.

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“In this world nothing is certain except death and taxes.” The preceding statement was penned by Benjamin Franklin in 1789. Franklin was referring to the inevitability of both these unwelcome guests in our lives.

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some leaders in society today, have demonstrated to be false––fake news!

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“A Penny for Your Thoughts;” that was the original name for the title of this blog. But, then another idea came to mind that I liked just as well.

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