THE MESSAGE:
As a parent, teacher, coach and leadership councillor I always believed that consequences are not only a valuable tool in learning but a necessary one in developing responsibility and character.
A young person should be allowed the freedom to choose an incorrect path that does not present irreparable harm. Making mistakes is the easiest and most effective way of learning how to become a mature or creative individual; however, the mistake must be accompanied by a 'consequence'.
A young person should be allowed the freedom to choose an incorrect path that does not present irreparable harm. Making mistakes is the easiest and most effective way of learning how to become a mature or creative individual; however, the mistake must be accompanied by a 'consequence'.
This concept is fraught with difficulty. Some parents make choices for a child that restrict development rather than promote it. This concept is often referred to as being a 'Helicopter parent'.
Others are prone to 'Spoiling' by giving their offspring too many benefits. Still others make poor choices themselves by setting consequences that are too severe or ones that are ineffective.
Consequences should not be solely applied to bad choices. It is important to provide consequences that are rewards for achievement and good choices.
THE BLURB:
There are many resources that can be helpful in providing information on consequences for offspring of all ages when they make poor choices. I would like readers to consider some of the consequences for adults who make bad choices.
SOME RADICALIZED CANADIANS
At the Royal Courts of Justice in London, England one of the young men frequently mentioned at the inquest underway here was born and raised in Canada. He had converted to a radical version of Islam, and had somehow learned his way around guns and many other far more lethal weapons. Xristos Katsiroubas, from London, Ont., was ultimately killed in the course of his twisted mission.
We have a situation where Canadian citizens have chosen to leave the country and join the terrorist group ISIS only to return to Canada. Realizing the impending defeat or decline of ISIS, has caused some of these traitors to return to our country. What should be the consequences?
Should they be stripped of their citizenship, jailed, ostracized or all of the preceding? Should we show compassion and spend our resources trying to figure out why they allowed themselves to be radicalized?
Is Trudeau correct in proclaiming that, "A Canadian is a Canadian"?
Is Trudeau correct in proclaiming that, "A Canadian is a Canadian"?
Only one Canadian of the 130 who allegedly left to help a terrorist group has been charged. His name is hasibullah yusufzai. he is currently on the run.
A former Calgary worker named Farah Mohamed Shirdon, was the star of a recent online video that featured him burning his passport and threatening the West. “We are coming and we will destroy you,” he proclaimed.
LEADERSHIP FRAUD What about native tribal chiefs who accept government money to improve their communities only to keep the money among themselves, friends and boyfriends who have been given patronage appointments with huge salaries?
Clayton Kennedy, former Attawapiskat co-manager and partner of Chief Theresa Spence, charged with fraud. Natpost
POLICE ACTION
Consider the case of police officer James Forcillo. The shooting of Sammy Yatim was certainly overdone. Forcillo testified at his trial that one of the things that drew him to police work was the policeman’s regular paycheque. He is threatened with a loss of support and credibility leading to the end of a road. What further consequences should be in line for him?FELONS
Canadians who will be 18 years of age or older on polling day and who are in a correctional institution or a federal penitentiary in Canada may vote by special ballot. When Canadians vote in the next federal election thousands will cast their ballot from behind bars.
NEW YORK STATE CONSEQUENCES
What are the consequences of committing a violent crime? All violent crimes in New York State are felonies. If a person is convicted of one of these violent felonies, that person is not eligible for any sort of parole or early release.
'Class A' Felonies consist of the most serious crimes a person can commit, such as murder, terrorism, first-degree kidnapping, first-degree arson, predatory sexual assault, and predatory sexual assault against a child. This classification of crimes can result in life in prison.
'Class B' Felonies, carry the potential of spending 25 years in prison. It can consist of aggravated assault, rape, first-degree robbery, second degree kidnapping, or first-degree burglary.
'Class C' Felonies, carry a maximum sentence
of 15 years. They can include weapons charges, second-degree manslaughter, burglary, robbery, and more.
'Class D' Felonies, with up to 7 years in prison, consist of second-degree assault or rape charges and the reckless assault of a child.
'Class E' Felonies include persistent sexual abuse and fourth-degree aggravated sexual abuse. Class E violent felonies will result in a maximum sentence of 4 years in prison.
Are the above prison terms suitable consequences for 'Class A' felons?
THE LEMON:
Awarded to Public-sector union boss, Richard Turton who was sentenced to house arrest for embezzling $120K from his local. He pleaded guilty to fraud and falsifying records.
THE QUOTE:
"A man does what he must in spite of personal consequences, in spite of obstacles and dangers and pressures and that is the basis of all human morality." John F. Kennedy
THE CLIP:
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