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Taking a stand against extremism

We may have more dark days ahead, but I will not let my light be put out. I will not allow fear to drive my decision making.

Saskia Hostetler Lippy

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Lately, I have been reflecting on what I have in common with extremists. It turns out that the list is longer than I thought.

I share their passion for change, an ability to withstand discomfort and a lack of tolerance for passivity and denial. Extremists are people of action. I am a person of action. I empathise with their demand to be heard and seen.

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