Being woke does not promote hate as some contend. Quite the contrary. It seeks understanding and inclusion, acknowledging history and working to learn from it for a better future.
Thoughts
Aphorisms to live by
Aphorisms tend to ring true, provoking reflection and hopefully inspiring beneficial actions.
Poverty and children – II. Action
For the sake of our children and their families, we cannot let the toxin of poverty continue to be a pervasive stain on our society and our democracy.
Poverty and children – I
What does poverty do to harm children? The simple answer is “a lot.”
Voices for children
There are countless other quotes that I could use to emphasize my point that action, not inaction, is necessary during times when children and families are pushed to the side and not truly valued. I use these quotes to remind me (and hopefully stir my readers) about our constant requirement to do all that we can and not be deterred.
Children are not 3/5ths
Children are not 3/5 a person and deserve so much more than what we are currently providing.