I love any honest conversation about humanity and our condition and I think that's why TV shows such as Breaking Bad and Friday Night Lights resonate with so many people.  We see ourselves in nearly every character and the story of Aaron in this instance, is no different.  Categorizing people is never helpful or constructive.  I recognize the fact that we all have this terrible habit of self justification (Well, at least I'm not like that guy) or righteous indignation (He broke the law and he needs to pay) all the while not seeing the plank in our own eye.  That's why I say I've never done a good thing in my entire life.  For those of us who are parents, if you are honest with yourself, you spend most of your time telling your kids not to do things that you continue to do.  ("Don't smoke."  "But Papa, you had a cigar in Quetico last week." Or, "Don't drink."  But Papa, you have a scotch collection . . .")

The American pastime used to be baseball but I'm of the opinion that it's denial these days.  If you think humanity can and should be on an upward trajectory you will never be able to convey compassion.  On the other hand, if you can see yourself in other people and recognize your own inability to "get better", well, then you're on the right path - IMHO.

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