Today I was involved in a discussion in regards to Planned Parenthood--as many of you already know--I am Pro-Choice, Pro-Marriage Equality, and Pro-None-Of-My-Damn-Business...oh and I am also a Democratic Catholic/Christian. I entered into this discussion knowing full well that my opinion, beliefs, and ideals would not get the popular vote. I knew that being a PROUD supporter of OUR President would also not be popular. Today, I was called Stupid, Ignorant, Apathetic, and Brainless. Not once was I disrespectful--yet I was disrespected. I was told that I also have no business reproducing and because of these beliefs I am spiritually, morally, ethically, and politically ignorant. It was also determined that you are the kind of person that is ruining this Country. Today, my heart hurts--I am saddened that I live in a world where I cant be proud of who I am and the beliefs I have. I was welcomed to comment and I did so--I didnt hide the fact that I was different--I didnt enter into this discussion in the hopes of changing opinions or the masses minds--I entered into this discussion because I felt compelled to do so... Contrary to popular belief--I am good people and the ones who matter most to me know that--some of my friends and especially my family do NOT agree with my views, opinions, beliefs--however, they appreciate my differences and applaud my conviction. I am not ignorant, apathetic, stupid, or brainless--I have a college degree and I help people everyday. I train people on how to feed those less fortunate and provide individuals with the necessary medical assistance they so desperately need. I have had my fair share of struggles and I have made more mistakes than I can count on all of my digits... I was judged upon the beliefs I have and this is a shame. Today I learned something--Hate begets hate; violence begets violence; toughness begets a greater toughness. We must meet the forces of hate with the power of love...--Martin Luther King, Jr. I will continue to appreciate the differences among us all--I will continue to foster relationships with those who may not agree with my beliefs--Today, I was treated less than human and did not deserve it...I will forever remember today and the words Mr. Williams spoke to me. I will hold them in my back pocket for the rest of my life--I will use them as motivation to change the world and make it a better place for everyone. Today, I believe my true character was on display--Mr. Chad Williams--yours was too. Thank you for making me a stronger and more confident person--I know what I need to do now.
Posted on: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 20:04:13 +0000
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