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Michelle Van Loon's avatar

From 2004 until 2016, I voted third party. But though I don't align with the Democratic Party on some issues, I am a fan of democracy. Thus, I have voted Harris-Walz in this election. I will never understand how anyone can believe that fascism will make America great again.

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Ken Wigboldy's avatar

I am with you all the way! Thanks for writing bravely

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Justin Bardolph's avatar

My fondness for Liberation Theology HAS turned me into a socialist, so don't give up hope ;) . Thanks for writing this.

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Caryn Rivadeneira's avatar

lol. Literally. I DO like socialized things--roads, medicine, schools... But I distrust power too much to be a socialist. : )

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Cindy Vos.'s avatar

Yes. Thank you for the courage to speak boldly Caryn. I stand with you.

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Lesa Engelthaler's avatar

Thank you! Perfectly put. Lord, hear our prayer.

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Ann Suk Wang's avatar

Love this! I often feel I’m one of the only ones speaking up and speaking out as a Christian who could not, in good conscience vote for someone who spews an unending vomit of lies and absolute remaking of historical truths, even from a week before! As a children’s book writer and journalist, I, too feel the burden of not hiding so as to not offend. Thank you for this well-penned and brave article. I’m with you and wish more believers would be as bold! (Also, it’s been a while… good to “connect” again!)

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Caryn Rivadeneira's avatar

Agree! As a kidlit author it can feel tricky. But it was also AS a kidlit author that I feel compelled to speak up.

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Melinda's avatar

🤔 Then I guess I gave a peace-shaped hole in my heart. And Harris is the one who fits it.

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Linda Hanstra's avatar

Thank you, Caryn. Brave, bold, necessary, and well-said. I keep *thinking* about putting myself out there, but so far haven't had the guts. I will share this though. That I can do.

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Keri Wyatt Kent's avatar

So good! From social media comments I see, I'm puzzled by how blind some Trump supporters are. It's a bit infuriating. Keep on telling the truth and being brave!

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