JANUARY 6 January 6 should not be a day of prayers and testimony and healing. But that is the mistaken act Democrats have taken to do with it today, the first anniversary of the most dangerous political act that ever occurred in our history. Today should be a day focused on the ongoing threats to democracy which were made corporeal on January 6, 2021. Today should be the day Chuck Shumer has his vote about the filibuster and Voting Rights. Today should be focused on what must be done to counter the threat exposed by the events of a year ago, before it is too late.
Totally agree. We can’t be wringing our hands - we should be holding up our fists. Kevin McCarthy’s words from that day should be played ad nauseum ( he blamed DJT for feeding people lies ) as well as Mitch’s.
Brilliant commentary, TCinLA. You are absolutely right, I was absolutely wrong. I was falling under the "Light a Candle" vigil spell. Thank goodness I read your column before making a complete fool of myself on social media. I heard from my "squad" that Biden's speech was GREAT. I'm so relieved to read some strong Truth Talk. Along with Desmond Tutu - Nelson Mandela was a fighter before he was a healer. There are many instances in his writings and spoken words where he points out this fact. It was in being able to pivot from fighters to healers that we saw the greatness of these men. But, as RFK famously said, you have to "win first." Thank you, again.
Kidding. But no joke that our focus should be to counter the threat at every turn, on every front.
On another note, I am glad that you clarified, down thread, your characterization of left wingers. I lean left and read other Substack commenters like myself, who endorsed Bernie in the primaries then fully supported Hillary (without holding our noses). We don't need to agree with everyone on everything but I think we're stronger together at this point. Realistically, if the bros. don't want to join us we're better off investing our energies elsewhere.
The Democrat party has already lost the civil war. Some new party will hopefully emerge that takes human rights and human equity seriously. Or we'll roam the wasteland fighting over scraps.
Businesses repeat their mission statements at EVERY opportunity because they want to pull their employees into the missional intent of the business. That is what democracy people have to do, loudly, everyday.
Fierce, forceful letter today, TC. Excellent job. Say it more frequently, send it out to news outlets all over the country, like Raleigh News & Observer, Charlotte Observer, Toledo Blade, Detroit Free Press. These are all local outlets that people still read, I think. Spread this forceful letter more widely.
The deep hatred of idjts place everyone in danger. Danger! Danger! Here and now. We can heal later, but now, there is mortal combat for the spirit of democracy.
Agreed. Today should be a call to action against the threat to democracy which has grown stronger with each passing day.
Holding those votes today would be perfect timing, against a backdrop of video from a year ago on the news.
Totally agree. We can’t be wringing our hands - we should be holding up our fists. Kevin McCarthy’s words from that day should be played ad nauseum ( he blamed DJT for feeding people lies ) as well as Mitch’s.
BRILLIANT.
Brilliant commentary, TCinLA. You are absolutely right, I was absolutely wrong. I was falling under the "Light a Candle" vigil spell. Thank goodness I read your column before making a complete fool of myself on social media. I heard from my "squad" that Biden's speech was GREAT. I'm so relieved to read some strong Truth Talk. Along with Desmond Tutu - Nelson Mandela was a fighter before he was a healer. There are many instances in his writings and spoken words where he points out this fact. It was in being able to pivot from fighters to healers that we saw the greatness of these men. But, as RFK famously said, you have to "win first." Thank you, again.
Amen!
Kidding. But no joke that our focus should be to counter the threat at every turn, on every front.
On another note, I am glad that you clarified, down thread, your characterization of left wingers. I lean left and read other Substack commenters like myself, who endorsed Bernie in the primaries then fully supported Hillary (without holding our noses). We don't need to agree with everyone on everything but I think we're stronger together at this point. Realistically, if the bros. don't want to join us we're better off investing our energies elsewhere.
This day is not over yet.
The Democrat party has already lost the civil war. Some new party will hopefully emerge that takes human rights and human equity seriously. Or we'll roam the wasteland fighting over scraps.
Thank you TC for speaking the truth. We need to be ready and join together for action.
Businesses repeat their mission statements at EVERY opportunity because they want to pull their employees into the missional intent of the business. That is what democracy people have to do, loudly, everyday.
Fierce, forceful letter today, TC. Excellent job. Say it more frequently, send it out to news outlets all over the country, like Raleigh News & Observer, Charlotte Observer, Toledo Blade, Detroit Free Press. These are all local outlets that people still read, I think. Spread this forceful letter more widely.
The deep hatred of idjts place everyone in danger. Danger! Danger! Here and now. We can heal later, but now, there is mortal combat for the spirit of democracy.
100%, TC!
Thank You.
Thank You TC.