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The Social Contract

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The Social Contract video collection from annual Writers' Workshops held in Washington, DC. The English philosopher John Locke, whose thinking helped inspire the American Revolution, said that society should be governed by an understood set of values he termed the social contract. Under the social contract, governments have obligations to their citizens, and citizens have responsibilities to society. Most public issues are basically moral and ethical ones. What is the right thing to do? How do we decide what we think is right? When rights collide, which ones take precedence? The concept of the social contract helps us sort out the difficult issues confronting American society today and helps us find balance. Each quarter The Social Contract journal examined trends, events, and ideas that have an impact on America's delicate social fabric. This journal addresses the following key topics: - Human Population issues, including absolute size, rate of growth, and distribution. Do cherished American ideals prosper or suffer through further population growth? - Immigration issues. In order to best facilitate meeting the highest goals of the American people, (1) how many immigrants should we admit? (2) who should be admitted? And (3) how can we humanely enforce the rules? - Language, assimilation, culture, and national unity considerations. What shared values are necessary to the maintenance of our social contract? - The balance of individual rights with civic responsibilities. Since the previous issues are so often framed in terms of rights, what are the balancing obligations? - Other nations' efforts at creating and guarding their own social contracts. What practical insights can be gained from observing the failures and successes in nation-building by other societies? See The Social Contract website at: https://www.thesocialcontract.com The Social Contract was founded by Dr. John Tanton: https://www.johntanton.org

Patrice Peris Voice Studios

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Patrice Peris is a talented musician and voice coach with years of experience in the music industry. She has honed her craft over time, using her soaring vocals, boundless energy, and extensive knowledge to help aspiring singers achieve their dreams. Patrice’s own unique style draws inspiration from some of the industry’s greatest performers, including Christina Aguilera, Celine Dion, Rihanna, and Alicia Keys. She believes in encouraging her students to find their own style and to cultivate the skills and confidence necessary to deliver a dynamic and engaging performance. Born and raised in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, Patrice began her vocal and acting lessons at a young age. She went on to study musical theater, classical music, and theater at Anna Maria College and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, continuing her training outside of school she started a career as a solo artist. This has lead to performances at hundreds of venues across New England – including singing the national anthem for every major stadium in New England (Fenway, Gillette Stadium, T.D. Banknorth and DCU Center). Her songs have hit local and national radio (Kiss 108 and Mix 104.5 ) and her songs have been featured on Netflix, USA Networks, Brave Tv, Temptation Island, Germany’s Love Land, The Voice and Hollywood Houselift with Jeff Lewis. But beyond all her personal accomplishments she thrives in helping others achieve theirs! “It truly is one of the most amazing things to be able to not only celebrate your own achievements but that of others. When our artists win WE win and that is the truth.”

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