2430 - Cookin'


Among the things that troubled Stefan Zweig, one of the worst was the helplessness of the average citizen against the decisions of a few select (and definitely not wise) men.

Hitler, Chamberlain, Daladier, Mussolini, those were the few who decided about the fate of millions, and regardless of who you were and what your merits were, you had no saying when it came to war or peace, life or death.

And it didn’t get better since then. The pretenses have changed, the world has become superficially more democratic, but in the end it’s all the same: we are the ingredients of a soup cooked by other people.

The Song of the Day is “Cookin’” by Clifford Brown. Hear it on YouTube.


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Cedric Canard   (2013-06-15)

The colours in this image are beautiful. This would look great on a large canvas. As for the sentiments of the image, made clear by your words, I can only say: sadly too true.

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andreas   (2013-06-15)

Well, we have still the advantage of sheer number. Sure, I don't agree with the ruling plutocracy, but they are few and I am only one of oh so many who, occasionally, misbehave. I think I'm safe. If they kill everyone like me, they'll remain pretty lonesome, nobody will keep their wheels turning and nobody will fix their gear. They simply can't afford to do as they'd like 😄 Currently ☚ī¸

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Cedric Canard   (2013-06-15)

Currently is right. I dare say technology is bringing forth a new world that will require fewer people to "keep their wheels turning".

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andreas   (2013-06-15)

That's right, but you in Australia will be in a position to laugh about it. OK, you may end up as a brain without a body, but otherwise ... 😄

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