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In reply to the discussion: All those posting your belief there will be no justice... [View all]rainin
(3,010 posts)It's not about annoyance for many of us. This is life or death.
Yes, I believe the "arc of the universe is long, but it bends toward justice", as Dr. King said.
But,
In my lifetime? Maybe
Before I'm homeless and too sick to work? Maybe
Before the planet is inhabitable? Maybe
Before my trans niece is murdered in a hate crime? Maybe
Before my army nephew is killed in a war with Iran or Africa or some other unnecessary war? Maybe
It's too late for 3000+ human beings in Puerto Rico
It's too late for the migrant children who have died
It's too late for the 4 dead servicemen in trump's first botched military raid in Yemen
We'll never have a true body count of those who have died prematurely, directly or indirectly, because of this administration. Those people have lost it all. I don't know how to offer comfort to their loved ones. Justice won't right that wrong.
I understand why it's important that we not lose hope. I also REALLY appreciate the kindness and compassion in your post. I understand we can't get complacent, we can't stop fighting, or they win.
It's just so desperate for some of us who may not survive this.
And every time people repeat the reassuring phrase that "justice will prevail" or the "arc of the universe is long, but it bends toward justice", I wish they would scream for urgency. For some of us, it may be too late.