We are now in the season of Spring and moving closer to celebrating resurrection. Though there is a lot of chaos in our nation right now, there are also opportunities to try new things and work towards new goals. A pastor friend of mine, (Methodist), posted something about Project 2029, when possibly more Christ-like, compassionate, and patriotic citizens and politicians defeat the white-Christian-nationalistic patriarchy that is throwing its last grasp to remake us into an authoritarian government and society. So, rather than just being against what MAGA is trying to do, what are we for? Each of us may have our own pet projects and ideas of what is good, however dream with me on what would make our country a safe and healthy place for all. First, for me, it would be universal healthcare, including mental health, dentists, and eye-care. If we haven’t got our health,... (as the saying goes) and this would free up resources and time if we all were a bit healthie...
The Story... Keep on Keeping on! Thank you to all for showing up, waking up, and resisting all the ways the Trump administration and DOGE are working to dismantle our democracy. Thank you to all who show up to town meetings with your elected officials, even when they don't show up. Thank you for calling, writing, emailing, and pestering those who are forgoing the oaths to defend the Constitution and represent the people, not kowtow to the wanna-be authoritarian president donald j. trump. Thank you to all who support the men and women and all genders who serve our country in the armed forces and the government offices and the bureaucracies that keep us safe and help everyone live and have better lives. Thank you to all who are reaching out to their neighbors and relatives, checking in to see if they are alright while services for the vulnerable continue to be slashed and more road blocks are put in place like cutting phone services for social security, closing offices, and laying...