What are we afraid of?

As we know so well, the right has an inclination to "hate" those who are not like themselves - be it in politics or religion. The list goes on: • Women • Immigrants • Gays • The Poor • The Media • Muslims • The Clintons

For many years in this country, people in powerful positions have used "fear" to make us hate. White politicians and white clergy promoted the "fear" of black boys having sex with white girls in the South - that led to years of hate and racial segregation. Our president and his administration told us to "be afraid" of Sadaam's imaginary WMD's in order to fight an immoral war. The poorest residents of New Orleans are "bashed" for merely asking for help in the aftermath of Katrina. What are we afraid of?

Jesus' life was the humble example for all of us to follow. I pray that we will not "be afraid" to "love" rather than "hate".

Peace ><>