Chinese word for crisis means opportunity and danger
Willie Wolf M.P.A
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims of the shooting several days ago in Alexandria, Virginia especially those who are still in critical condition. So far the republicans and democrats have used this moment as an opportunity to unite and change the atmosphere of us versus them that seems to be the norm in Congress. The baseball game they had last night which they decided to carry on was a great example of their commitment to start their healing around this terrible tragedy.
The danger part is that a month from now everyone goes back to their respective Tribal group (used in the context of their party affiliation) and forget about their common humanity. In the past this is what has always occurred. See response to Congresswoman's Gifford shooting in Arizona a few years ago.
As Alkali Lake taught us the pain of one is the pain of all and the honor of one is the honor of all. We can agree to disagree in a respectful manner. It is time for us to come together to heal our emotional and physical wounds.