Even though I was alive during that time and my father was very active with the Black Baptists in Philly, there was much I did not know. It's amazing to me that anyone could remain hopeful but it's a necessary and beautiful thing. Thanks Ben!
Wow; what a timely piece; a reminder of how--just when you think the current political chaos is unique to our era--others have risen to worse challenges and actually emerged stronger, with clearer visions and values when hope seemed non-existent. But, there is much work to be done, with those who speak the truth and can present it clearly and without bias carrying a beacon to lead us out of this mess...
Even though I was alive during that time and my father was very active with the Black Baptists in Philly, there was much I did not know. It's amazing to me that anyone could remain hopeful but it's a necessary and beautiful thing. Thanks Ben!
Thanks, Kate! I love your focus on the hope. (And great to have you back in the comments!!)
Wow; what a timely piece; a reminder of how--just when you think the current political chaos is unique to our era--others have risen to worse challenges and actually emerged stronger, with clearer visions and values when hope seemed non-existent. But, there is much work to be done, with those who speak the truth and can present it clearly and without bias carrying a beacon to lead us out of this mess...
Luca, I’m heartened by your response. I feel the same way.