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MaryMagdaline

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52. Beautifully written

Mon Nov 4, 2024, 11:07 PM

Nov 4

Our American history of slavery is what motivates me to write the wrongs of history, coupled with my Irish ancestry, where we were the bottom of the heap. I understand that my ancestors were once victims of colonization and now beneficiaries of White Supremacy in America. I never want to forget how easy it was for the people at the top of the Empire to let my ancestors starve. I do not want to be part of a group causing suffering to others.

Your motivation is inspiring.

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This will likely sink, but I hope some may read my thoughts. Writing them out helped. [View all] Betty Boom Nov 4 OP

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I am also predominately of German ancestry. Mr.Bill Nov 4 #17

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The Dawn is about to break--- then it'll be "morning in America" !!!! Jack Valentino Nov 5 #67

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