Controversial Case(s)

"OVERCROWDING" APPLICATIONS: An employee of the former housing tribunal told me the applications for "Overcrowding" were usually the most difficult cases to handle! They were the most contested and debated. My landlady had also tried to make accusations against my care of my son. But I had evidence to disprove her, including reports from school and children's programs, which all said my son was doing well; and the Big Brothers Association actually paid a visit to our home. If any government representatives or individuals wish to debate matters based on "hearsay," they can certainly stir up a lot of trouble.--It's never hard to be destructive or critical.--It takes more effort and skill to accomplish worthwhile efforts! Would like to say I still have evidence available from the time I lived in the above landlady's apartment. *** There have also been individuals whom I had considered to be my friends in the church who have made many kinds of outrageous accusations against me, in my opinion. They spoke to me face-to-face at times, and then went off to say something completely different to other people! *** My circumstances have been very complicated--not just in the past 11 years but also from my childhood, because of the gay rights project. Some of my own relatives are biased, by now, or they can't believe things that have happened to me [even good things!]. *** Would like to repeat that it takes very little skill or knowledge to be destructive. Anybody can do it! But to make constructive efforts is more difficult.--And it takes a longer time--therefore, unreasonable destruction and criticism isn't generally tolerated in our society. We want to value what's constructive, isn't that true?

An Extra Room Was Offered

EVIDENCE IN SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Regarding my original landlord/tenant matter which had been in question, the Province of Ontario had understood I was being evicted because the landlady found out the rental unit was officially too small, according to regulations, for my young son and me. They thought any other concept or accusation from my side was ridiculous! But, as recorded in an official tape recording produced by the housing tribunal, the lady had an extra room adjoining my unit; and she had offered it to me under certain conditions. Then she withdrew her offer and wanted me to move out! Lawyers know there are rules and laws which apply to sexual remarks, stated or implied, and they know the extra room would have made a significant difference to my case! I don't wish to debate the case further here--an explanation was given at the beginning of this blog--but I wanted to point out the extra room, for people who didn't have knowledge of it and were still concerned. *** For the record, I had contacted the property standards office in the city where the above rental unit was located. They told me their measurements of buildings were flexible--that sometimes bathrooms, hallways, closets, etc. weren't included.--But they could be included. If the maximum space had been counted in my apartment, there would have been only 15 square feet less than the requirement.--That's about a 3' x 5' space--not very much! And the extra room would have provided more than what was required even with the most severe measurements taken. [But I'm not debating the matter.--Comments are recorded on tape, if anyone would like to hear them. And I've given an explanation previously, as I stated.]

Court Matters

Have written about my criminal matters at the back of this blog. But would like to emphasize that my first trial was based on information the court received, which was that I had no case against my landlady [and that there had been no business in progress, which was false]. My entire landlord/tenant file--quite large by then--was sent to the court. And the original police report, filed in Kingston, had been deliberately withheld from me; and I wasn't knowledgeable about criminal matters, at that time.--I didn't know enough to insist on seeing it, until later when it was too late to help with that trial. There was also the issue that I was a stalker--it was made to appear that I was romantically obsessed with a public official--on top of having a "frivolous and vexatious" legal claim. But as I've also stated earlier, there have been lawyers and government officials who have acknowledged that I wasn't mistaken about my landlord/tenant business. The case wasn't prosecuted further because of time limitations; and it wasn't proven that I would have won. But there were clear grounds for me to make a case of sexual harassment against a same-sex landlord, who happened to be female! The evidence was there; and I still have an official, cassette recording [made by the agency] of the original landlord/tenant hearing I attended. There was a new landlord/tenant agency in effect, with a new law, at the time; and none of us were completely acquainted with how the law applied at the beginning. [I felt I was being harassed/sexually harassed, but I didn't have enough knowledge to know how to prove it right away.--The evidence had been presented, however.]

Is Christianity An Excuse To Exclude Hollywood And Film Efforts?

Should Christians promote the secular television and film industry? In the gay rights project, it happens to be where the main platform is! People are welcome to discuss the issues elsewhere; but matters would still be settled regarding the film stories. An advantage of Hollywood is that audiences are very large--in the millions! And isn't it true that people who go to church are products of our society, to some degree? Churches have had the view that homosexuality is sin; and God doesn't approve of homosexual relationships. Liberal people have had a view that homosexuality is all right and anything goes! But some people have considered that there must be some ground in between those extremes! And I think that's what they were looking at and aiming for. The views needed to be shaken up and aired out, according to them, I guess? By this time, a lot of time, effort, and money has been spent in publicity--even though the public hasn't understood all the issues, so far. Even all the parties in the gay rights project haven't seemed to know what was at stake!? Maybe some debate has been needed.--I don't know!? [It seems it has been.] *** The Bible says God will use the base and weak and foolish things of the world to "confound the wise." When the gay rights project began in 1932, it's been reported that others felt they had to direct or steer the parties into a more productive path!? But sometimes it's been hard to say who was right or wrong? And what about people with their own conflicted views who were being hypocritical about what should be done? In a matter which has been somewhat public--even if not completely disclosed--for the past 77 years, I believe interested persons will have to be authentic and accountable to the big picture! They won't succeed for long, if they're not. And on the other hand, can we make some progress and resolve something without continuing in the same way indefinitely? *** The Bible is also full of stories! Most of them are true; and they're in line with God's views and standards--which include concepts of judgment and hope. [Non-Christians might be surprised to know that besides themes of faith and sin, there are stories of violence, murder, sexuality, adultery, incest, and false imprisonment, along with stories of love and devotion. The Bible writers were inspired by God; and they weren't afraid to deal with real issues in life!] *** Have written earlier in this blog that in my own case, I hardly saw any TV before I was 7 years old. Then I saw it only at the homes of friends and relatives--or some "wholesome" movies [Walt Disney-types] at school or church-sponsored programs--until I was over the age of 18 years. When my mental health was worse in the past, I benefited somewhat from television; and occasionally I got carried away, but then I took steps to limit my viewing. I believe I learned to enjoy the advantages of TV and to have some discipline with it. For the gay rights project, I've found it necessary to view TV and films for business purposes--it wasn't just for my entertainment.--Not at all! There are professional athletes who practice and play sports full-time; and there are people who work in TV and film.--Some jobs can be related to fun and amusement! If people enjoy their work along the way, that's all right, too, in my opinion. But there have to be business and market standards upheld, if people want to be successful; and I've been attempting to get informed, to be competent, and to keep up with the gay rights project. [It wasn't originally my idea to get involved; and others have sometimes been less than business-like and competent, in my opinion. There are issues to sort out and we're working on them.] I think there have also been issues between the United States and Canada; and about what my involvement was expected to be? [I've had conflicts with Canadians--and they've certainly given me a hard time, at times--but I've tried to support the main effort from the USA.--I've been trying! (We're working on it.)]

To Watch TV--Or Not???

There have been studies done which showed that people who were mildly depressed [and/or had other minor, mental health issues?] were able to benefit by watching television.--It was good for them! On the other hand, studies have shown that children and youths who spend a high percentage of time watching TV are more prone to depression later on! Is there a balance? I think so--the same as in most things in life! *** As far as Christian values go, a founder of my church said it's better to avoid fiction, if possible; but if people can't do so, they should at least try to benefit from it--to learn something. And in my view, the ultimate purpose of art, in general, is to give people something worthwhile to think about! There's a certain value in relaxation, humour, and diversion, etc., but those things alone may not go far. We don't all start off at the same level of intelligence or experience, but we can evaluate whether or not we're getting something constructive from our entertainment? There are many positive themes including history, travel, and human experience. The more true to life a story is, the more worthwhile it is, I'd say. *** When I was in my last year of high school, our English teacher read us a quotation which said, "The immature reader expects a happy ending!" It made me feel disappointed, at the time, because I liked happy endings! But I began to realize sad endings reflected on reality. Literature or film literature can give us something different to think about than what we might have otherwise thought of! [Not that people have to turn to fiction literature for inspiration!--There's plenty elsewhere, if it's what a person wants.]

Some Understanding Needed

If some police and/or their associates have been malicious and aggressive at times, maybe we can consider the fact that they may face life-and-death situations almost daily--whether on their own behalf or others'. Some police had good intentions at the beginning; and we've made it this far! There's more positive evidence to be revealed and it may not take long now. I've also seen that police may be decent and conscientious; but they may have to be tough to deal with people and situations they face in their normal work. [It doesn't excuse them from accountability in the gay rights project, however.]