I rarely write about politics, however, I cannot keep quiet considering the traumatic events that occurred last week.
How does one begin to dismantle and understand what transpired on January 6, 2021, at our Capitol? Perhaps the easy answer is; one doesn't. It is incomprehensible that the actions, violence, and destruction that was leveled against our government and lawmakers actually befell our nation in this era of uber security.
The thing is; there were numerous signs that trouble was imminent.
For four years this president has given the American public reason to be concerned. In the days leading up to the riots, he encouraged and incited the protestors to "fight like hell". They were akin to hungry lions awaiting their prey.
Also, Trump, Jr., Rudy Guiliani, and several top Republicans threatened to take back the "stolen election". All insinuated the likelihood that force would be used.
Accounts of the vandalism and ransacking have been on the news non-stop and it is sickening. Yet, I have been drawn to it like a fly to honey.
Five people have died as a result of this domestic terrorism. Heartbreaking.
We are holding our collective breath fearing that there will be another assault on or before the inauguration.
How do we remain calm? Is it even possible to continue with a sense of normalcy in the aftermath of the attack on our democracy? I'm saddened by these events as I'm certain you are, as well.
Once again, we must find deep within us, faith, that those responsible for desecrating our Capitol and the death of Officer Sicknick and others, will be brought to justice.
We are stalwart Americans and will not permit a reckless, crazed mob to rob us of our rights, our election, our dignity or, our democracy.
xo
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