Yes, This is how democracy works.
The protests were peaceful and massive. The crowds in Chicago and Washington DC were so large that the parades/marches had to be cancelled. But the protests went on without the marching.
Signs proclaiming the many issues we are all fighting, songs, and chants filled the TV and computer screens all day. The sight was glorious. I wish I could have been there. I had to work today, but I was with my sisters in spirit.
Even if I had today off from work, I'm not sure if I could have endured the crowds of people in downtown St. Louis or, especially, Washington DC. According to news sources, roughly 20,000 people showed up to march in St. Louis and about 500,000 people descended on Washington DC. Not sure of the numbers for Chicago. However, I will add my voice to the many. I will do this with my writing - really the only way I know how.
- I will do my best to address issues of discrimination. Some I know better than others, so I will look to my readers to guide me in painting an accurate picture of discrimination where I lack knowledge or experience.
- I will do my best to raise awareness of social issues. Education, health, crime, homelessness, and anything else that may cross my path in the next four years.
- A free and independent press is the cornerstone of our democracy and this should be cherished, protected, and held to a very high standard. I will do my best, when I am reporting on anything, to do so from an ethical journalistic standpoint.
- I want to encourage conversation. This blog is called Kitchen Table Talk because I enjoy talking over a cup of coffee at the kitchen table. Please join me and we can learn from each other. A plus - I don't have to wash dishes!
There is no telling what our future holds. But, together, we can make tomorrow better than today.
God Bless America.
