The Democratic Debate on 2-25-20
I think a responsible media would be as critical of last night's debate moderators and rules as they are being of the candidates. That isn't happening. There is a tendency to not criticize colleagues in these situations but really the electorate deserves better when it comes to the vetting of candidates. People shouting at and over each other does no one any good and actually does harm to everyone and to the process. Of course a real, well run debate may not meet networks desire for a good fight. The funny thing is that most media outlets are talking about how Biden won the debate. That's just nonsense. No one won anything last night. It was a mess.
Who the heck comes up with the rules for these debates? If the candidates agree to them, why aren't they and moderators kept accountable? This CBS debate, in my opinion, is the worst and I think the moderators or organizers are mostly responsible.
The Other America
Perhaps the folks who are so concerned about democratic socialism should read or re-read Michael Harrington's "The Other America" or some of his other books and writings. He was a founding member of the Democratic Socialists of America and prior to that was an editor of the Catholic Worker newspaper. Interesting how liberals can raise some ugly spectrum about socialism, connecting it to communism and not know anything about either. They should spend their time speaking out as harshly about white nationalism and other beliefs working against us all. Anyway, "The Other America" is a good read from the olden days before the war on poverty.
Unity Is Always Best
Anti Sanders, anti Warren, anti Buttigieg, anti Bloomberg, etc. The Democrats are splitting themselves up into the anti wings of a party that will eventually elect Trump, change the Supreme Court for generations and destroy democracy as we know it. Foolishness encouraged by outside interests including foreign governments, major media outlets, and those who are powerful. Resist the encouragement to fight and split unity. Support your candidate but remember, solidarity is what will win in 2020. Defeat Trump and McConnell.
55Years Ago A Bridge Was Crossed
This weekend thousands will celebrate 55 years since the Selma Bridge Crossing. I was a young white boy marching there in 1965. Now I'm an old white man, still waiting to see justice and voting rights put in place and protected. Many new and young recruits are continuing the fight for justice. Keep it up and don't be discouraged. And remember what John Lewis tells us all the time. "Don't be afraid to get into trouble - good trouble".
Roger Stone, et al
Jail is not good for anyone. But most don't have wealthy and powerful friends - people in power with the ability to open their cell and give them a helping hand. Justice and prison reform needs to be universal.
As the song said "It's the end of the world as we know it." Lord, have mercy.
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