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Robert B. Elliott's avatar

Here we go again, being all optimistic and hopeful. Those tendencies are probably even more strongly entrenched in our DNA. Maybe hope and consciously making climate destabilization and political destabilization enemies or forces to be overcome will save us. It isn't as if we have choices. But it will take more than just this group or audience to get us over the hump. Cultural influences and literature are always powerful tools. Does anyone know who has the old tapes of the "Roots" mini-series or documentaries? They have never been re-aired nationally that I know of. Those relatively accurate depictions of the brutality and cruelty of slavery and discrimination were a powerful influence on a lot of people. I wonder if they can be brought back for another run?

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Karen Connell's avatar

I think this is an excellent article. Maybe because I agree with your message, but I would like to think it's because it shines a light on an important issue and offers a possible way out.

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