To the Editor,
The greatest tragedy is the appalling silence of good people. This is a quote by M.L.K.
I have seen the greed and hate around me, but have thought about silence only recently. But as I have thought more about it, I realize what a tragedy it is.
Even in my time, many “good” people in Germany were silent during the rise of Hitler. I believe if the “good” people of the country had spoken up, it would have put a stop to him.
I know that even in my community, there are many good folk who do not speak up. Why is this? I think it is that they do
not want to “rock the boat” or are afraid of what relatives or neighbors might think of them.
What is the result? I don’t know, but it can’t be good. Everyone has an opinion and it should be heard.
In the old days there were “town meetings” in New England. (I think most voices were heard at that time.) Let’s see if more voices can come forward, for the good of the community.
Sincerely,
Harvey Benson
Harmony, Minn.
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