When I think of the Democratic Party, some of the first words that come to mind are diverse, caring and inclusive. That is the modern-day Democratic Party.
On the other hand, the picture of the original Democratic Party is very disturbing. However, in spite of, or maybe because of the juxtaposition, I am a Democrat. I am a Democrat because I know the history behind the party, and how much it has changed with the times.
As a woman of color, I have always felt aligned with the policies and ideologies of the party. Internationally, like the late Bob Marley, I believe that there are no walls separating countries to restrict movement. Nationally, like Dr. Martin Luther King, I believe that we rise and fall together regardless of ethnicity and therefore each individual has to be the change they want, according to the great Number Forty Four.
I am a Democrat because the Democratic Party does not buy into extreme American exceptionalism, has a huge multi-racial and generational tent, and believes in the importance of supporting the commons for the success and well-being of the collective.
As the oldest active party in the nation, established January 8th, 1828, it has shown its resilience and willingness not to impede the wants and inheritance of the free and liberated individual whose forebearers built this country with their blood, sweat and tears.
I am a Democrat because as an individual, I believe in growth and change and challenges and redemption and healing. The Democratic Party of slavery has grown and changed. Its morals, mores, ideals and beliefs are very close to mine. The Party faced the impossible task of healing from the KKK and learned how to integrate its own new refugees and victims. The Democratic Party has risen to the challenges that come with the responsibilities of being a global citizen as well as a global leader. I am a Democrat because, simply put, this Party has proven that it is invested in what is good for the county and its neighbors. It believes in acceptance and the unrestricted participation in the democratic process. It encourages widespread engagement in the election process. It believes in the pursuit of equality, womens’ rights and quality of life.
As a Democrat, I am also called a leftist. I tend to think that it was the thief on the cross on the left side who was repentant and humble as he, in his own way sought forgiveness and redemption, as opposed to the other one who was bombastic and challenging, wanting only to escape his earned punishment. Like me, the Party is imperfect. Like me the Party keeps trying, that is why I am a Democrat.
Barbara Clinton is a resident of Rio Rancho.
Barbara Clinton – Why I am a Democrat
When I think of the Democratic Party, some of the first words that come to mind are diverse, caring and inclusive. That is the modern-day Democratic Party.
On the other hand, the picture of the original Democratic Party is very disturbing. However, in spite of, or maybe because of the juxtaposition, I am a Democrat. I am a Democrat because I know the history behind the party, and how much it has changed with the times.
As a woman of color, I have always felt aligned with the policies and ideologies of the party. Internationally, like the late Bob Marley, I believe that there are no walls separating countries to restrict movement. Nationally, like Dr. Martin Luther King, I believe that we rise and fall together regardless of ethnicity and therefore each individual has to be the change they want, according to the great Number Forty Four.
I am a Democrat because the Democratic Party does not buy into extreme American exceptionalism, has a huge multi-racial and generational tent, and believes in the importance of supporting the commons for the success and well-being of the collective.
As the oldest active party in the nation, established January 8th, 1828, it has shown its resilience and willingness not to impede the wants and inheritance of the free and liberated individual whose forebearers built this country with their blood, sweat and tears.
I am a Democrat because as an individual, I believe in growth and change and challenges and redemption and healing. The Democratic Party of slavery has grown and changed. Its morals, mores, ideals and beliefs are very close to mine. The Party faced the impossible task of healing from the KKK and learned how to integrate its own new refugees and victims. The Democratic Party has risen to the challenges that come with the responsibilities of being a global citizen as well as a global leader. I am a Democrat because, simply put, this Party has proven that it is invested in what is good for the county and its neighbors. It believes in acceptance and the unrestricted participation in the democratic process. It encourages widespread engagement in the election process. It believes in the pursuit of equality, womens’ rights and quality of life.
As a Democrat, I am also called a leftist. I tend to think that it was the thief on the cross on the left side who was repentant and humble as he, in his own way sought forgiveness and redemption, as opposed to the other one who was bombastic and challenging, wanting only to escape his earned punishment. Like me, the Party is imperfect. Like me the Party keeps trying, that is why I am a Democrat.
Barbara Clinton is a resident of Rio Rancho.