This is a running commentary on contemporary social, political and religious issues. From the Introduction of James Comey's book "A Higher Loyalty -- Truth, Lies and Leadership" "Man's capacity for justice makes democracy possible, but man's inclination to injustice makes democracy necessary" Reinhold Niebuhr
Monday, January 18, 2021
"Stealing a Moment of Joy"
"Stealing a Moment of Joy" by Yvonne Abraham in the Boston Globe
is
a wonderful article linked below and touches on so much of what I was
feeling as well as so much of what I believe this nation to be and,
perhaps, with a normal president, it will become. I urge you to read
its beautifully articulated and positive sentiments.
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