Liberals have been right on so many things. We have not deserved to be marginalized.

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133. Correct. That says much about corporate Dems, without any more pretense or denial. That we can only

count on ourselves is clear. It's also empowering. The capacity for brutality and exploitation by conservatives and the corruption of Democrats by money and power in the last 25 years is evident and increasing. But right wingers have unwisely discounted the patience, strength, power in numbers and unity of issues on the progressive side.

The need to resolve or confront opposing ideologies over the future direction of the US is imminent. To continue to prevaricate and delay action needed to counter the visible degradation of our democracy, our way of life and the environment is fatal. Well proven is the inherent belief in human ability to solve problems; so a path to combat the dangers we face is assured. Man made crises can be altered by man.

Monumental obstacles to human progress have been overcome in the past. The heroes of our War for Independence, of the Civil Rights era and freedom fighters throughout history are our inspiration and template. I share widespread faith in human intelligence, integrity and the courage to do what's right. We have no other course. This isn't working. Posterity's survival is at stake; we can't let future generations down. The many serious challenges left facing young people are unfair and unprecedented. American democracy must survive and will survive.