No doubt that this video needs to be seen by many more people, both students and parents. Military recruiters aren't the major problem as much as it is militarism that has perverted our society and its values.
Elizabeth Maroney says "a lot of teenagers see the military as a way of creating some guidance or discipline in their lifestyle. But they can *DO THAT* outside the military" - HEAR HEAR!
@ToddBoyle Sure, it's possible. But it's not easy. Military strategists are right to note that the internet has created and strengthened a culture of narcissism. Robert Bly also notes the tendencies of our "sibling society." Peer pressure can be used to advance superficiality as much as militarism. Also, I think our society and it's values have always been geared toward the surface and trying to influence popular opinion that way. She's right to value empowerment and self-direction.
No doubt that this video needs to be seen by many more people, both students and parents. Military recruiters aren't the major problem as much as it is militarism that has perverted our society and its values.
Willwen 2 years ago
Beautiful creative with an idealistic message. I would love to see more of this!
wemissamerica 2 years ago
Elizabeth Maroney says "a lot of teenagers see the military as a way of creating some guidance or discipline in their lifestyle. But they can *DO THAT* outside the military" - HEAR HEAR!
ToddBoyle 2 years ago
@ToddBoyle Sure, it's possible. But it's not easy. Military strategists are right to note that the internet has created and strengthened a culture of narcissism. Robert Bly also notes the tendencies of our "sibling society." Peer pressure can be used to advance superficiality as much as militarism. Also, I think our society and it's values have always been geared toward the surface and trying to influence popular opinion that way. She's right to value empowerment and self-direction.
oblomov222 5 months ago
now this is a hope I can believe in!!!!
Bless these young artists!
EugeneVet 2 years ago
INSPIRING!
billypilgrim3000 2 years ago