I have no issue with music being entertaining and it should be. However when we are just limiting our brain growth to non-stimulating music, movies, and games we will become limited thinkers. In order to sharpen your critical reasoning skills you must read books to obtain these various ideas. Once you gain theses ideas it will help you form new and greater ideas to add to the discussion. In short, "Read A Book".
I came across a video on youtube that sums up the spirit of this blog, however I do not agree with all of his points. We should never minimalize the contributions of Rev. Al Sharpton and Rev. Jesse Jackson, however there were many points regarding the recession that he did hit home on. Listen to Prof. Clifton East as he addresses his points for 2009.
Through out my talks with individuals, I always hear the phase,"If you come to my neck of the woods I will buy you a drink." Well I am calling you out. In Chicago the drinks range from $5 to $13. Click the Donate button to buy me a drink.