In my almost 101 years, while I have served other posts, I have been, at my core, a writer.
A writer who struggled and anguished to put words to paper that would provoke, create conversation, humanize us, help us see each other -- words that would matter. 1/4
Should our next president be chosen by the size of their advertising budget & the the level of skill of their PR team? OR by their ability to EARN the vote by sharing their vision for our country in an open debate with their fellow candidates? #debatesaredemocracy
@mkolken@harryjsisson Democratic Primaries are not coronations. We deserve to hear the candidates debate and address their plans for the issues facing our nation before we make OUR decision for the strongest candidate for 2024. Sign the petition today: https://t.co/XwZwGvPTGy
@TheDemocrats Reminder that 1 democratic presidential candidate founded a Meals-On-Wheels like program for the homebound sick and dying that has served over 16 millions meals : Marianne Williamson. https://t.co/el8la0vBw4
REMINDER:
****People in #EastPalestine are still taking baths with bottled water.
****If People in #EastPalestine want to be tested for vinyl chloride, the test is $700 and insurance pays NOTHING
****Livestock and fish in #EastPalestine are depleting
****People in #EastPalestine have nose bleeds, severe cough, breathing issues, rashes, burning sensation in the eyes, etc
****Homes in #EastPalestine are worth around 50% less, after the derailment
****The $1,000 stipend #EastPalestine residents were given 3 months ago, was required to deduct on their taxes
And the list goes on.
This isn’t about electoral politics; it’s about human rights
Thinking today of the amazing grace of this bright light that cannot be captured in a single photo or described by a single cause she cared for. Her work to de stigmatize our brothers and sisters living with HIV/AIDS is just one of the many beautiful acts of her brief life. 🤍