President’s Letter, May 30, 2019
Whether you thought this quote originated from Abraham Lincoln, pulled from the Gettysburg Address — “… that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom — and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” — Abraham Lincoln, November 19, 1863
Or — Theodore Parker, an 1850’s American reformer and abolitionist, whose words and popular quotations many believe later inspired speeches by both Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr.
Our Democratic Party must get behind a quote of this type. One that unifies our Party and sends a clear message that fits all branches of our Party; the Progressives, Conservatives, Liberal, LGBT, African Americans, Hispanics, Jews, etc.
Democrats, by nature, are people with many different issues, but we cannot fight so many different wars that we divide our forces. Remember the old adage, “Divide and Conquer – Unite and Win.”
Republicans may have many different issues, too. But, their “MESSAGE” is short, clear and in lock step with their leadership.
We, as Democrats, must discuss our issues and identify the ones that enhance the lives of the majority. Some issues must be put aside until after the election, to allow a few (three or four) to be highlighted. We cannot fight among ourselves or feature too many different issues if we expect to forcefully arrive at the White House en mass come November 2020.
I believe, the only way we can win is to also present a clear and concise message and select a candidate who is strong on these points.
Once our Primary is held, next March and our Presidential Candidate selected, it will be time for us to vocalize, support these key issues and fall in lockstep with our selected Candidate, sending a clear and concise message… A Presidential Candidate of The People, By The People and For The People!
Beatriz Motley, President, Solivita Democratic Club
