December 25, 2023 | Image source | As Christmas was celebrated today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu escalated airstrikes against civilians in Gaza and vowed to increase hostilities in a cycle of violence that has been going on for over a century. In spite of significant opposition, the United States Congress continues to finance Israel’s wars which will perpetuate death and destruction but won’t solve underlying issues fueling the crisis.
An important fact is that Israel created Hamas, just as the U.S. created the Taliban.
Ethics is not a factor in decision making and this is a major problem.
An example of ethical decision-making is Native American seventh-generation philosophy, where decisions are made with regard to how future generations will be affected. This perspective of moral responsibility to posterity is a unique human quality, sometimes referred to as a moral compass.
Negotiations and diplomatic efforts are crucial to ending violence and resolving conflicts by providing a solid foundation for lasting peace.
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