MLK said we need “qualitative shifts in our soul” as well as “quantitative shifts in our circumstances.” Gandhi said “self- purification” must precede political action. Both of them spoke of the internal changes that are necessary to produce fundamental external change.
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Internal Shifts: 1: Try not to hate the haters; otherwise you’re just another hater. 2: Honor someone’s opinion even if it’s not your own. 3: Disagree passionately but without personally demonizing the other. Change 4. Atone in your heart for the transgressions of your country.

Feb 2, 2020 · 12:54 PM UTC

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Replying to @marwilliamson
Wow! I feel this is the most clear, direct and inspiring statement of how inner growth iand outer actions must be coordinated to become a true human being who chooses to be responsible for the well-being of others. I'll keep working at this. I stiil have lots to learn.
Replying to @marwilliamson @alexbhturnbull
Yeah nah
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And you just defined a typical Republican. When are you changing parties?
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So far off Course. So far.
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This is my biggie. The Ego always speaks first and it’s always wrong. I do correct my thinking before I move on.
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We aren't are opinions, no matter how exalted or genocidal. There's a way to honor something far greater in everyone - even if it's totally obscured by the limitations of the superficial identities we cling to.
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Replying to @marwilliamson @alexbhturnbull
Hold close to my values