Once in a while a charismatic figure would appear and become a beacon of hope for everyone. Jesus Christ and President John F. Kennedy were two such people who spread call for change that was heard by everyone who listened and then followed. Sadly both were killed by those who found their ideas too radical to accept. Yet the ideals that they still live on today and many still preach the good news that they started. Whenever I think about these two movers and shakers, I listen to XTC's "Ballad Of Peterpumkinhead".
This song really captures the essence of their lives, deaths and impact on others. Both men change the concept of how society should treat it's people. Their charisma attracted many followers but also spawned many enemies who were jealous of their achievements. It was tragic how these two great men died and betrayal is a common element that brought about their deaths. Yet death could not eliminate the ideals that they taught to the people. Today, despite all the chaos happening in the world, many have continued the work they started.
I wonder when will we find another like them in this generation. Hopefully when one does appear, we will listen and understand what they are trying to say. May we also find the strength to protect the values they have given us for the good of society. Too many good people have died fighting the good fight. Let's not add more to the list for there are too many martyrs and too few mover who can change things for the good.
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