Welcome. The complete text on Moral Values, Conflict, and Politics in America as well as all other articles are available online as a contribution to a national political discourse. The entire text or any section can be downloaded at no cost.
This website expresses a personal sense of disappointment in the current alignment of moral values accorded to the two political parties that, in effect, leads to inadequate political representation. It is my hope that an impassioned and balanced examination of these issues will resonate among voting citizens and generate new leaders willing to cut across the political ideological spectrum and guide the nation accordingly.
American politics demand a less polarizing style of discourse. The process in this website suggests an alternative: refocusing discussion of our values around one of democracy's most basic principles: a deep sense of respect toward the dignity of all human beings and all human life in all of its manifestations.
The issues being examined in this website are among the most significant ones in American politics. From traditional culture war themes, such as, abortion, gay marriage, religion in politics, and pornography, to others that, for obvious reasons, also fall within the confines of moral values, like the Iraq war, the War on Terror, the Middle East conflict, women’s liberation, gun control, political correctness, the ethical conduct of our politicians, and the responsibility we bear as a major power in world affairs.
ReasonandPolitics.com is the home site for the latest book by Ricardo Planas, a fresh examination of today's American political landscape. The book, entitled "I'm Right, You're Wrong! NO You're Wrong, I'm Right!" emphasizes the importance of moral values when considering 2008 election issues. When placing 2008 campaign issues inside the prism of ethics and moral values, it becomes clear that current partisan rhetoric and negative campaigning is diluting the quality of candidates presented for public office. This leads to voter apathy, low turnout, and eventually, a complete disconnect between representatives and those they serve. Planas' book would make a great choice for any political book club. To learn more about the book, feel free to browse our articles page for more information.
