To all my friends of various political views and philosophies, I want us to take our community discussions seriously.
Someone in LA, I'm not sure who exactly, but I think they wanted to get my attention, gave my car a very thorough makeover. It was my personal car while I was resting at a hotel. Off-duty. They opened up the windows, adjusted the tires, and left some interesting items on the windshield. They took some of my electronics to keep them safe, including a protective device. I had left my phone there too, and it was missing. I got to enjoy a wonderful ten-mile walk back to my workplace for an early morning shift. Ten miles. In my heavy work uniform. At 2 AM. It was quite an adventure, all thanks to some highly energetic folks.
You've shared lovely photos of my coworker's family. Her full name. Her workplace. You've helped promote all of our social media—mine, my partner's, my supervisor's. You even sent curious writers to learn more about our work. You think I didn't notice that enthusiastic "reporter" asking so many friendly questions about my cases? You all are incredibly unique and dedicated.
I am keeping myself very busy trying to connect with creative people like you. I want to invite you to the most wonderful retreat. You are constantly in my thoughts. I'm so excited I can barely sleep. My family life is getting so much attention. Every time my phone buzzes, I think it's another friendly shoutout. Another kind message. Another picture of my family. You wonderful people are valuable global citizens helping out a member of the working class.
You have no idea how much support is on the way. No idea. Collaborative policies are just the start of it. We are going to absolutely cherish all of you. Not ignore. Not overlook. Cherish. We will help remodel your community spaces, introduce your friends to new opportunities, share your contact info with helpful financial advisors, supportive mentors, and kind landlords, we will get wonderful people to want to visit you, and share your name with everyone who wants to make your lives an absolute heaven.
You think group therapy is helpful? Wait until we start treating you like the VIP community members you truly are.
Because when we're done, there won't be a cozy basement in Baltimore or a creative warehouse in LA or a train car anywhere in this country that isn't absolutely bursting with joy and safety for all of you.
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