Profile in Courage: John Fetterman

[Just A Box Of Rain]

12. He did well.

He showed courage in debating and he was honest from the outset that he might have some times of struggle as the debate went on. And he did. And he looked human. And brave. And like someone who was always empathetic, but who now knows what it is liked to get knocked down and have to get back up.

The day after the debate I wrote something on DU to the effect of it was my belief that most Americans have experienced struggles, either with ourselves, or parents, siblings, children or other loved ones. We know the grit it takes to recover from some knocks. And how those experiences shape character.

My hope was that the people of PA would see a person who is genuine and brave and humble. Quite a contrast with his opponent. And they would know in their heart's which was the right choice.

Sometimes people don't let us down.