HISTORY - DELIVERED FRESH TO YOUR DOOR
I'm not a traditional thinker.
Neither dominant American political tribe has held my attention for very long. I call myself a Libertarian, but that's really a methodology to describe in layman's terms the unavoidable fact that I trust individuals over institutions. And I reckon that those who founded our nation felt the same way. They crafted a system of government that is perpetually engaged in self-correction. This process takes time, but is dependable in the long run. It is also an incredible sight to behold.
From childhood, I studied political happenings under the watchful eye of my maternal grandmother. She was a Roosevelt Democrat who dedicated herself to viewing the 'American Experience' from all sides, despite any heartfelt partisan loyalty.
Today, with history unfolding, I have thought of her once again. I am certain that Grandma McCray would have much wisdom to impart on the inauguration of our forty-fourth president. Our discussion of the moment might endure for hours... and end with a loving embrace across the generations.
On this Inauguration Day, I am reminded of our nation's greatness in watching yet another peaceful transition of power unfold on Pennsylvania Avenue, during America's most storied public event...
But also, I celebrate Grandma's patient love. Because of her, my faith endures.
(Photos from the January 20th, 2009 Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Neither dominant American political tribe has held my attention for very long. I call myself a Libertarian, but that's really a methodology to describe in layman's terms the unavoidable fact that I trust individuals over institutions. And I reckon that those who founded our nation felt the same way. They crafted a system of government that is perpetually engaged in self-correction. This process takes time, but is dependable in the long run. It is also an incredible sight to behold.
From childhood, I studied political happenings under the watchful eye of my maternal grandmother. She was a Roosevelt Democrat who dedicated herself to viewing the 'American Experience' from all sides, despite any heartfelt partisan loyalty.
Today, with history unfolding, I have thought of her once again. I am certain that Grandma McCray would have much wisdom to impart on the inauguration of our forty-fourth president. Our discussion of the moment might endure for hours... and end with a loving embrace across the generations.
On this Inauguration Day, I am reminded of our nation's greatness in watching yet another peaceful transition of power unfold on Pennsylvania Avenue, during America's most storied public event...
But also, I celebrate Grandma's patient love. Because of her, my faith endures.
(Photos from the January 20th, 2009 Cleveland Plain Dealer)
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