I have always loved this quote from Harold Bell Wright's Shepherd of the Hills. As children, my family and I spent a lot of time in the Ozarks of southwest Missouri near Branson. Season passes to Silver Dollar City, A-frame cabins at the Bavarian Village Resort on Table Rock Lake, local wood carver-Jim Maxwell, and, surrounding sites; all made for a week of memorable heaven for my family. Branson and the surrounding area has changed quite a bit since then. Today, it is hugely commercial and has become a hotbed for the Corona Virus since so many there remain unvaccinated. It hurts my heart.
When I saw this quote this morning, it jumped out and grabbed me. What has happened to us? Why does it seem that so many in our country have chosen the low trail into the darkness?
Not only are we dealing with a resurgence of the virus, but there is ongoing controversy of the deadly insurrection at our Capitol on January 6. As I watched the House Select Committee Hearing this week where 4 of the Law Enforcement Officers testified, we saw new body cam video that portrayed in graphic detail what each of these officers endured. I can't imagine anyone seeing this and other footage, and NOT wanting to hold those who incited and participated in this attack on our country and our democracy accountable.
It struck me that body cameras had been implemented in most law enforcement offices around the country in response to the rampant killing of black Americans and other people of color. In this instance, it was the body camera that was being used to help and protect law enforcement, our citizens and democracy.
Accountability is the first step to insuring this never happens again. I think we know where all roads lead.
Let's hope it's not to body cameras for all!
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