For the last twenty years I have struggled with a lifelong desire to be a political figure and the realization that American politics is infected with what bell hooks terms “White supremacist capitalist patriarchy.” Trying to navigate shark infested political waters in a way that preserves my integrity has been a tough slog. I’ve tried volunteering on campaigns, I’ve even run some for people I thought brought something special to the public ar … Read More
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What struck you about what I wrote that you felt needed sharing with a broader audience?
I have been following your blog for a while. It seemed you reached an epiphany that it is important for citizen’s to understand. It seemed to be a call out to become more engaged, a citizen-candidate. You made clear that you have no illusions about elected officials who are supposed to act as role nor any illusions about your own perfection. Instead of wallowing in your disillusionment, you rose above it by issuing a call to action.
You’re very generous. Thanks.