Out of wisdom understanding is born. The most important study for humanity is humanity. Endless computer generated synopses cannot provide a researcher with the wisdom to understand humankind. Wisdom can only be achieved through the tireless desire for knowledge of human history. The culmination of over 6000 years renders China at the forefront for this type of research. Although the society is decidedly different than that of the Western world, it is inside these differences that a common ground for the repetitive nature of human conduct can be observed and paralleled to all of humanity. For it is not the aesthetic differences that dictate behavior, it is the nature of humankind.   

The unparalleled act of endless innovation is the Signature of the American way of life. This system of rendering obsolete even those things that are in infancy has propelled the United States to the front of technological innovation. Along with technology, the United States offers a broader understanding to the diverse nature of humanity through its unique position as a microcosm of the world in terms of gender, races, cultures, religions, ideologies, and economic status. Through the research of this microcosm a deeper understanding can be obtained regarding the human mind, its motivation, and the subsequent actions derived from human conduct across all points of diversity. Furthermore, the celebration of diversity that can be obtained in the United States will allow for the application of this knowledge unprecedented in the history of Human existence.

   

If one composes a synergy of knowledge from the perspectives described above, one can unleash a microscope to obtain information on humanity and thus utilize this information to unlock the motivations and capabilities of adversaries.

James M Rodgers II

Copyright Tuesday November 7, 2006