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In reply to the discussion: An Open Letter to You [View all]KatyaR
(3,445 posts)37. "I am, perhaps, preaching to a hollow room."
I feel that way, too--when you're the one getting called out because you've given voice to the truth and someone doesn't like it, that's wrong. You should be able to tell the truth and not have someone smack you down because they don't want anybody to be insulted. The words "truth to power" have never been so right.
I am totally fed up and disgusted with what this country has become. The fact that the people who drove it there are practically untouchable makes me want to pound my head against the wall. People need to wake up and admit that we're not heading for the dumpster--WE'RE ALREADY THERE.
Bless you, Will. Keep feeding us the truth. You're not alone out there.
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To you who read this revealing post by the man who is being honest about our country
Stargazer99
Nov 2013
#2
I knew dozens of Stephanies before I turned 30, hundreds if we count casual aquaintances
Bluenorthwest
Nov 2013
#13
I look around and think maybe we're not better than this. Struggle and suffering are everywhere.
ancianita
Nov 2013
#19
How many times has Tom Brower been charged, tried, convicted, and jailed?
Bernardo de La Paz
Nov 2013
#30
I wonder where that divine being that is supposed to be guiding his life is?
Vietnameravet
Nov 2013
#34
Great rant Will. Problem is that it's a very steep uphill battle. In DU you are ranting to a
rhett o rick
Nov 2013
#48