You're probably too young to remember what happened this week. Let me recap it for you, as I don't want you to forget it. Some people who think skin color makes you better or worse than others decided to spew some hate, and an innocent woman was killed standing up for what is right.
We organized an event at our town hall, both of you came with us and held signs that said "love" and "unity." There were beautiful speeches about how diversity makes this country stronger, and how we won't succumb to hate. 77 people came--a lot for our very small town, but still a bit disheartening when you consider our entire population.
Then, those same people decided they'd try that funny business in Boston. Instead, 20,000 people showed up to tell them they were wrong. To choose love over hate. To choose unity over division. This is what 20,000 people standing up for love and diversity looks like.
(Photo credit: The Boston Calendar)
Never forget that though the battle may be long and hard, love will always win over hate. Don't be afraid to stand up and fight for it--even though we often tell you to use your "indoor voices," when it comes to speaking out against hate, you can't be loud enough.
Love,
Mom
