that would go even further in your desire to make this
"the most open, accessible, and inclusive Inauguration in American history."Dr. Thomas Robb. Another pastor who I don't agree with, but certainly one who gives you the opportunity to put more people on stage with you that represent a wider America.
If you go to his website, there are plenty of quotes about his charismatic speaking and his ability to recruit people to his mission is a testament to his skill as someone like yourself - a community organizer. And after reading through his information, I think you may very well be convinced in the validity of his Biblical arguments - in fact, he claims that his message is about love, not hate - and we all know we need more love in this world.
To quote from your press release:
* As he's said again and again, the President-elect is committed to bringing together all sides of the faith discussion in search of common ground. That's the only way we'll be able to unite this country with the resolve and common purpose necessary to solve the challenges we face.
* The Inauguration will also involve Reverend Joseph Lowery, who will be delivering the official benediction at the Inauguration. Reverend Lowery is a giant of the civil rights movement who boasts a proudly progressive record on LGBT issues. He has been a leader in the struggle for civil rights for all Americans, gay or straight.
Since you have also invited Dr Lowery, Dr. Robb will be a perfect counterbalance from his stances on the civil rights movement - and how better to show how inclusive you are being by putting these two together on such an historic, national platform.
Now I'm certain you'll disagree with Dr. Robb on some of the issues, just as you state that you do with Rev Warren. But the important point here is that many would claim that Dr. Robb, just like Rev Warren, has also been an activist
"on behalf of the disadvantaged and the downtrodden" for well over 30 years.
And like you, he has a lifelong
"commitment to renewing America's promise by expanding opportunity at home and restoring our moral leadership abroad.". Obviously, you two have a lot of common ground to begin a dialogue from, it's just the type of thing that's needed to unite all of us.
There's even an added bonus for the TV viewership who may not know who Dr. Robb is that will visually drive home your message of setting a place for everyone at your table, no matter how great the contrast.
Chief Justice Roberts will be there in his traditional black robe. Simply request that Dr. Robb wear his traditional white one.
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