Dear editor:

In the current global landscape, I believe there are two distinct forces at play.

The first is the relentless disintegration of concepts and institutions that no longer meet the pressing demands of a world yearning for its fundamental unity.

The second is the gradual, unassuming efforts of an increasing number of individuals who perceive the world as a unified homeland and all humanity as its citizens.

The disintegrative forces are pervasive and affect the very foundation of all world societies, particularly the family.

This is evident in the strain and breakdown of familial bonds, causing significant suffering among individuals, especially children.

Consequently, family members succumb to material distractions or personal gratification, becoming mere objects to be manipulated by those who promote their misguided and detrimental concepts.

Ideologies and identities incompatible with the ideals of global unity and peace vie for the support of individuals and seek superiority over one another.

Some of these movements sow the seeds of prejudice and fanaticism, ultimately leading to estrangement, conflict and contention among the world’s peoples.

The forces associated with the disintegrative process impact different populations in varying ways.

I invite everyone to engage in self-reflection with their families, friends, and neighbours to comprehend the nature and impact of surrounding negative forces, and to agree upon and implement positive steps that will contribute significantly to the unification of the world and its peoples.

Lawrence Clarke
Virgil