Yes! Continue to push against the stone of lies, racism and fascism. I think an open letter to Congress is also needed. Where are the checks and balancing? We still pay their salaries!!!
I was worried that you were ill, not writing for what seemed like a too long period of time. We Lady Ann 94 and Mr. B 88 are on board for the long haul. Our hearts hurt a whole big bunch when we are reminded of all the pain of the many. To that end we will have your back until the end and for goodness sakes we shall try very hard to walk with you and the caring family step by step until the goodness in all of us does overcome that which serves no one well. Our deepest respect and love: Mr. B and Lady Ann.
I got tears in my eyes reading this. Your description of those events that informed your love for democracy and our country reminded me of my own growing up. In my white family we learned from our parents that the Civil Rights movement was a courageous struggle to make democracy real and inclusive. I was 8 when Selma happened.
These are such gut wrenching times. It's easy to feel disgested by the country and its people. Your essay reminded me again what the best of us are capable of.
I wonder if it's possible to "hear" Kennedy's comment differently... that Trump's behavior are so odious and destructive that people are realizing, by watching the destruction of our democracy, just how much they actually do love our country and want to preserve it...? Trump of course would hear Kennedy's words in a flattering light, but just maybe that's not what Kennedy was actually saying. I can hope...
“I can’t think of anything that shows more regard for this country than believing in its capacity to do better. Accountability is the ultimate act of hope…” — Hala Alyan (NYT 8/28/2024)
Thank you again, for another heaping dose of inspiration and courage. We shall simply have to do it all over again! And so we shall.
Ms Ifill, I needed to hear Barbara Jordon’s name and spirit brought into the house tonight. Thank you for this fine essay!
Excellent essay. Thank you and we all need to keep tramping on.
So grateful for your words of wisdom, memories and inspiration.
This was a much needed balm for my wild thoughts today. Thank you for reminding me of all those shoulders on which I also stand.
Yes! Continue to push against the stone of lies, racism and fascism. I think an open letter to Congress is also needed. Where are the checks and balancing? We still pay their salaries!!!
I am a new subscriber. I think independent voices like yours will help to save our democracy. Thank you.
Thank you for this lovely essay. And this is why we march on till victory is won:
"...we hold the power to teach our children what love of country looks like....
You cannot teach your children to love your country, while teaching them to hate groups of people in it.
Ever grateful. 💪🏽🩶
I was worried that you were ill, not writing for what seemed like a too long period of time. We Lady Ann 94 and Mr. B 88 are on board for the long haul. Our hearts hurt a whole big bunch when we are reminded of all the pain of the many. To that end we will have your back until the end and for goodness sakes we shall try very hard to walk with you and the caring family step by step until the goodness in all of us does overcome that which serves no one well. Our deepest respect and love: Mr. B and Lady Ann.
I got tears in my eyes reading this. Your description of those events that informed your love for democracy and our country reminded me of my own growing up. In my white family we learned from our parents that the Civil Rights movement was a courageous struggle to make democracy real and inclusive. I was 8 when Selma happened.
These are such gut wrenching times. It's easy to feel disgested by the country and its people. Your essay reminded me again what the best of us are capable of.
Thank you for your wise and inspiring words. We need them!
Thank you!
I wonder if it's possible to "hear" Kennedy's comment differently... that Trump's behavior are so odious and destructive that people are realizing, by watching the destruction of our democracy, just how much they actually do love our country and want to preserve it...? Trump of course would hear Kennedy's words in a flattering light, but just maybe that's not what Kennedy was actually saying. I can hope...
“I can’t think of anything that shows more regard for this country than believing in its capacity to do better. Accountability is the ultimate act of hope…” — Hala Alyan (NYT 8/28/2024)
Powerful words, inspiring images. I want every person--all ages & generations--to know this history. Grateful for your reminding us 🙏