News & Views of Phillips Since 1976
Tuesday September 1st 2026

Questions for Mom and Dad

By PETER MOLENAAR

A picture of the author with a black face mask reading 'Solidarity'
Peter Molenaar

By dint of a mother who remained a Christian until her dying day, and his atheistic father, their son is inclined to believe that science illuminates the face of God.

But, Mom and Dad, some questions for you remain:

When we visited our national parks did we not acknowledge the spirit of the original beholders? Why then do the oceans now rise against the shores of Earth and why so many forest fires, hurricanes, and floods?

My goodness, Mom and Dad, is the collective labor-time of the working masses no longer the source of value within the realm of commodities? (Sorry to be such a difficult child!) Did we not honor the one who rebuked the capitalists occupying the temple and was subsequently crucified? Why then are cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security even considered?

Mom and Dad, what should I do to help make America good again?

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