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The Contradictions of War
How the contradictions of war create the second front and more ~
(1st edition - October 2006) by A.O. Kime
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The Contradictions of War
There are many contradictions in life… so numerous in fact that mankind has
grown to expect the unexpected. In a general sense, while most contradictions
occur naturally, as a matter of course or luck, many are manmade which might
exist in any setting within society. In justice and civil matters, it could be
the result of conflicting interests or an about-face of some type but unlike
civilian surprises, wars produce contradictions of another sort... they are gut-wrenching and tear at the soul.
In all cases however, contradictions blur the true picture.
In order to gain a better sense, it is often helpful to look at inconsistencies
and exceptions in unusual ways… it often highlights important aspects otherwise
obscure or thought meaningless. So too, relationships to the whole might be better understood. For instance, a ‘mistake’ could be considered as if existing within a
parenthesis. In other words, as if existing in brackets regardless of the
surroundings… as if each mistake is independent from the implementation of a
chosen course of action. The same could be said about ‘illogical’… that it also
exists independently (as if in brackets) in an otherwise logical (sane) setting.
While a logical (right/just/sane) course of action is often fertile ground for
subsequent logic, rational, solid, meritorious in the sense its foundation is
ethical and moral, that doesn’t mean an
illogical (wrong/unjust/insane) course of action would be completely sterile. Within
it, one could still find logic albeit often sired by frustration… usually
quick-fix remedies or ‘allowances’ and therefore second-rate logic. Somehow, amidst avariciousness
and/or wickedness, logic loses its luster.
Logic within insane asylums
So too, logic exists even within insane asylums. After all, unless the insane
are basket-cases, they do at least some things logically… from time to time
perhaps even able to carry on a rational conversation.
So, even within the framework of insane situations, unjust or illogical courses of
action, logic exists… but since it isn’t pervasive, it exists only as if being
in brackets. Within these circumstances then, logical decisions are made and
carried out, even though the whole matter is corrupt. These logical acts, albeit
alien to the whole, unfortunately have the effect of making the illogicalness of
the whole seem more logical. As a result, public opinion is affected.
While this curiosity is frequently applicable to social issues, it is
invariably the case with wars. After all, battlefield successes, however insane
the war… erases doubts. As often the case, leaders can then count on victory to erase
the rest.
This illustrates how ‘distractions’, regardless their minor role, can make it
harder
to keep an eye on the
ball.
While invariably the contents of these little brackets are alien to the whole
(such as good within evil or visa versa), it makes them contradictory. In this
respect then, wars are full of contradictions. Because of this, there is chaos in the mind of
almost every combatant. It
is a war within a war.
The battle of the contradictions
Amidst the horrors of death and destruction, also furiously battling each other
are doubt, honor, fear, duty, courage and regrets. In a constant state of
contradiction, as if anti-matter, this combination cannot peacefully co-exist.
While crimes are morally and
ethically resolvable by those who know right from wrong, the contradictions within wars
are largely irresolvable because the distinctions between acts of right and wrong have
been altered. They are either reversed or go against the grain. Further, these
contradictions are surrounded by the idea
that ‘civilization’ has the option to sanction wholesale killing. It is the mother of all contradictions because 'civilization' is supposed
to be a foundation whereupon wars have no place.
As if being the mentor of mankind for the last 2,000 years, civilization has not only taught
men about ethics, morality and justice but it encompasses, and is comprised of,
all we hold dear... yet it often asks we forget about it temporarily. As if God
Almighty himself had changed his mind, it is spiritually unnerving to
see such a weakness in character... especially since it weakens the very foundation on which we stand.
So, on any given battlefield, there are always at least two conflicts taking
place, one on the ground are the other in the soul.
If, for example, it could be said that a particular war was necessary, and thus
logical, then only the decision to go to war was sane. The rest of it, the
prosecution of the war, is driven by an eerie illogical madness. Whether cook,
supply sergeant or infantryman, everyone is driven by this strange force, as if
alien, as if evil.
In one sense, evil was called upon for assistance. In another, it indicates anarchy is civilization’s fallback point...
although a poet might say "someone opened
Pandora’s Box".
Strangely, even though evil has no face, no known consistency, men nonetheless
know it… well enough, obviously, to just create it. Evil otherwise can’t exist.
When evil does exist however, oftentimes it won’t fit into any bracket. When
pervasive, it becomes the essence… not the exception.
While war is obviously evil, commanding it is like unleashing a madness wholly comprised of moral contradictions. It
is all-consuming and any outward signs of sanity are a façade. As the war drags
on, it ultimately becomes a battle against war itself. At some point,
Pandora’s Box is finally closed.
Aggression
Even though the aggressors could be considered the evil party, and the defenders
innocent, it doesn't matter... logical decisions on how to carry out the war are
frequently made. While most military generals probably know when the
decision to go to war was insane, they still try to conduct it in a logical
fashion. That’s their job. Within the insanity of the war then, their
logically-conceived battles are in brackets.
This applies to when people who do something wrong as well… because invariably
they’ll find some justification for it. While overall their action could be
considered wrong, the justification they declare exists in brackets.
It can often apply to justice matters as well. For example… valid arguments can
be made about how to administer an unjust law (or regulation) just the same as
if they were reasonable laws and regulations. Similar to the case with wars, despite the fact a
law may be inherently unjust, efficient
administration tends to legitimize them. Public relations (PR) is then inserted
to help insure legitimacy.
While good administration and good battlefield decisions influence the public,
they do so honestly even though they are co-conspirators in a sense. On the
other hand, public relations could be considered good old-fashioned
salesmanship, and nothing more... but there is a problem. Salesmanship belongs to the private sector, not to politicians or government. It
is a business practice and governments aren't a 'business'.
Since public opinion is often instrumental in shaping public policy, it needs
protection from those who would manipulate. It should be a priority. As long as
the focal point and direction of public opinion are routinely manipulated, the
results are hollow and won't last. It will cause problems down the road...
likely a crisis. Unlike the crude propaganda of World War II, generally limited
to radio, speeches and print, manipulating the mind of the public today is done
in dozens of new ways... although still built around the ancient practice of
blowing things out of proportion or doing something for effect. Scaring people
is the oldest tactic however, dating back to the Stone Age.
The majority wages war too
The manipulation of public opinion about smoking is a
more recent example. As a result of the orchestrated successes, the punishing
taxes on cigarettes became a bonanza of new revenue for the states. It was a
contrived payoff.... except, it is blatantly unjust
that smokers should bear more the cost of government. Further, if states are
allowed to control a legal substance (tobacco) in such a way (a punishing tax), then it opens
an ominous door to control other rights in the same fashion. Besides, history has taught us majority rule
is no substitute for justice. If it was, we wouldn't need lawmakers. In no legal,
ethical or moral respect is public opinion a legitimate excuse for the states.
Nonetheless, public opinion is influential... it is the reality. This is why it
needs protection.
It isn't an isolated problem either... the public can be fooled and fooled often.
It is further unfortunate because we would all benefit from a credible barometer.
On the other hand, the results of polls aren't certified and can easily be
manipulated. Since the public seems to swallow anything with
an official ring to it, at least that is what the pollsters say, this sad affair needs
to be neutralized. Besides, manipulation is unbecoming of good government. Perhaps the best countermeasures are for people to be unpredictable
and contrary about everything. After all, predictability is what enables this manipulation.
While public opinion (unadulterated) may be the voice of justice in some
matters, it is seldom the case when it comes to minority issues. Once again, and
plainly in this case, the anti-smoking campaign is an attack on a minority. This
time however, the majority was made into a gangland patsy. In cahoots with the
insurance companies, the states made off with the cash leaving public opinion
holding the bag (as if the guilty party). The scheme is evident… very little of this money goes
towards tobacco prevention and virtually none for treating tobacco-related
illnesses.
Curious, up until the early 1980’s, smoking was a non-issue… what changed it? It
wasn’t because the dangers of smoking suddenly became known. For an answer then,
follow the money… the most to gain monetarily is the insurance industry. In order to reduce
payouts, they’ll vigorously support any legislation which is confining or
denying in nature.
Citizens must also immunize themselves from the effects of psychologism… the
commonly-used tactic of
'applying
psychological conceptions to the interpretation of historical events or logical thought'.
It is no secret... one must be highly skeptical of most media
reports and official statements … it helps stop the ‘dummying-down’ process
vital for this type of psychology to work. As it is, anyone
glued to their TV set is victimized.
In summary, while it might seem all logic has merit, it all depends on its
foundation. In the case of war, logical decisions stink whether a campaign was
successful or not. The same goes for injustices, everything associated with them
stink... and acquiescing to them stinks far
worse than tobacco smoke. The brackets have spoken.
While the hour is late, there is still time for Americans to declare war on the
manipulation of public opinion… it is a far bigger threat to freedom and justice
than terrorism. Idealist or naive? Perhaps, but many considered the Enlightenment foolish
too. As long as our federal justice system remains out to lunch, only we
citizens can reign in the states. We owe it to the young... those whose only
hope is that adults do the right thing.
A.O. Kime
“Facts rarely see the light of day; to often be hastily buried… any lingering
half-truths are but ghosts of a fact.” A.O. Kime
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