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The Straw That Broke My Heart
And I hope the heart of enough of us to demand change
Who’s Next?
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the families in this country who have experienced this type of tragedy. My heart is broken with you!
At the outset of this piece, I must divulge that I am not a parent. I am a 69-year-old man without children…and I mourn nonetheless. I mourn for the families, the children, and the system of government in the United States of America.
I am also mourning for all of us who have yet to make our voices heard. Again, my condolences to all of the families who’ve lost children and other loved ones to senseless gun violence.
It is not my intention here to enact more physical, emotional, or psychological violence on anyone. If I do, it is unintentional and I will be responsible to receive the consequences of my words. And I ask for forgiveness upfront.
My Point
This is Freaking insane. I have a choice. I no longer accept or support those who interpret the 2nd Amendment of…
