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It is painful and embarrassing to admit that many citizens have no desire or inclination to celebrate this nation's 246th birthday. Who can blame them? We are in dark, turbulent times, with rising authoritarianism, theocracy, conspiracy, idiocy, and the gutting of liberties. The litany of abuses, lack of accountability, feckless leadership, and unencumbered hatred is long and disheartening. The beauty of this nation is that we can still criticize it, speak out against it, and even be ashamed of it freely. Maybe. Sometimes. Some of us. For now. Here's the thing; you may be sick of politics, and check out. You may be angry at entertainers with a platform for having a point of view that interferes with your escapism, but politics isn't the problem. It's your lack of interest in politics, freedoms, and the rights of those who don't look like you. === Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being here. Like what you hear? Spread the word by forwarding this episode to your trusted colleagues and connections. *** About Reflections on Leadership: Leadership advisor, writer, and candid accountability partner, Karl Bimshas, shares quick reflections on leadership, and interviews other busy professionals, to challenge your perspective, provide inspiration, and give insights to help you manage better and lead well. About Karl Bimshas Consulting: At Karl Bimshas Consulting, our vision is to create environments where great leaders outnumber lousy leaders, and better leadership is the norm, not the exception. Your support of the Reflections on Leadership podcast helps move us closer to that vision. Thank you! Contact us: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/contact/