Silence begets violence

The shooting in Connecticut was a senseless act of violence. Since Newtown, CT barely have homicides, this shooting shocked them and the world. The reason this particular event demanded such a direct call to action because precious children were murdered. Seeing 20 little kids between the ages of 6-7 causing parents all around the world hearts to ache. As a society, I agree with President Barack Obama and that we need to regulate gun laws. Catholic Social Teaching teaches us to forgive even though it hurts. It also suggest that we do not fight violence with violence. The followers of CST would most likely vote against having someone in the school armed. I honestly do not know where we go from here. Hopefully, someone comes up with a great plan to help gun control and mental illness. 

Factory Fire

I think it is terrible how bad the conditions are in overseas factories. CEOs make millions and millions of dollars each year and they can't spare a few for their employees. Greed is taking over the world. As consumer, we should stand up for the workers but everyone has to join in. Companies need to know that as consumers we are serious about the welfare of those workers overseas. The government can't really have a say because these crimes are not committed in our country. Corporations should began paying fair wages and start having better working conditions. 

Forgiveness

Pope John Paul II is such a role model. He was able to forgive a man who tried to kill him. He is a true example of a man with strong religious values. Similar to Pope John Paul II, Immaculee has a strong faith in God and believes that you should forgive your neighbors, no matter what. She forgave the men who killed her family and friends. They are good role models on how Christians should act on forgiveness. They accomplished what many Christian can not do and that deserves recognition. What I learn is that if they can forgive someone for terrible crimes, I can forgive the people in my life.