Many of your early essays were on the need to recognize the dignity of folks with whom we disagree. Fair enough, and good for the soul. This one recognizes the fact that respecting other’s dignity doesn’t mean we shouldn’t point out blatant lies when we see them. The planet and our democracy are both at stake.
Thanks Steve - well put. There are an infinite number of ways that we can connect with our brothers and our sisters, but that accomplished via lies is neither healthy nor enduring. And as you suggest, our democracy and our planet are both at stake because of them.
Many of your early essays were on the need to recognize the dignity of folks with whom we disagree. Fair enough, and good for the soul. This one recognizes the fact that respecting other’s dignity doesn’t mean we shouldn’t point out blatant lies when we see them. The planet and our democracy are both at stake.
Thanks Steve - well put. There are an infinite number of ways that we can connect with our brothers and our sisters, but that accomplished via lies is neither healthy nor enduring. And as you suggest, our democracy and our planet are both at stake because of them.