Beyond the Title
The headline on Fox News reads: “Nigeria's election death toll rises to 53.” At least 53 people died because some people contested for political office. I think about what the future of these people would have been. I think about the pain their death caused their family, friends, and associates. All these pains suffered just for the sake of acquiring titles. Titles they say brings you power and this power enables you to make the change you desire – be it good or bad. I have read about people whose search for positions led them to commit acts of evil. The struggle for titles didn't just start today or a decade ago. In fact, it can be traced far back to the days of Cain and Abel to the days of Jacob and Esau. The atrocities caused while seeking these titles have been at the forefront since then. This also reminds me of a family friend who was killed by coworkers because they thought he was a threat to the position they wanted for a member of their inner circle. They killed ...