So sad - this shouldn't happen

[momcat]

I don't know whether to scream or cry about this. That poor little girl ! I'm not sure that it matters where she heard this, the problem is that she did. It makes us wonder how many other kids have heard this but haven't said anything and are in fear that has no basis in reality. While following the Ferguson situation, it took me back to the summer of 1967 when the City of Newark blew up. We lived 2 towns away and I still remember the tension and fear felt in neighboring towns. It's sad that all these years later sections of Newark still haven't recovered. Apparently nothing has really changed.

Tomorrow night my church is hosting a community discussion about the Ferguson decision, the impact on communities, and what we can do to change the racial climate. Ellie, would it be okay to bring this up without mentioning any specifics as to where and how I heard this? Trenton is a diverse city, maybe it will help parents of all racial backgrounds to start a dialogue with their kids.

[pomtzu]

Tomorrow night my church is hosting a community discussion about the Ferguson decision, the impact on communities, and what we can do to change the racial climate. Ellie, would it be okay to bring this up without mentioning any specifics as to where and how I heard this? Trenton is a diverse city, maybe it will help parents of all racial backgrounds to start a dialogue with their kids.

Of course you can, and you can even share details if you wish. If it helps even one parent or caregiver or child, then it will be worth the discussion.