I read the news that a gunman killed two Jewish people in an act of barbarism and terrorism. In the intentional chaos and cruelty that is the style and substance of the current regime, I titrate my news intake. I want to be informed but not swallowed by a tidal wave of overwhelm and anger. When I got the news, I had reactions and analysis but neither shock nor anguish. Then I read Julian Chender’s post and was chagrined to see the difference in our responses. I was disappointed where he was close to despair. I had political analysis while he was also experiencing persecution. I saw … Read More
