Letter to the Editor, published in the Mail Tribune (9/27/17). Courier did not print.
There is no equivalence between hate groups and those who oppose them. I, along with other Americans condemn the recent racist and violent events in Charlottesville. These hateful actions contradict our democratic values of equality and Rights for All.
We are stronger because of our diversity of race, culture and ideas.
Locally, Democrats and progressives are working together to improve our community in the areas of education, health care, jobs and the environment. We ask others to work with us and contribute their ideas and energy.
Congressman Walden gave a generic response when he condemned the hateful groups at Charlottesville. But this is not enough. His actions over the past months have caused us harm and division. He voted for special interests when he voted to defund health care and is not representing citizens well in Oregon’s second district.
Southern Oregon Democrats ask you to join with them in working on local, state and national issues that impact our daily lives. Join us at our next meeting.
— Jean Mount