"Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation” by John Lewis by https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar What one sentence from this essay would you like to have displayed over your desk in your home, school, or office? What will that sentence continue to teach you? en-us 2020-11-17 02:09:20 UTC 2021-03-22 16:40:22 UTC hello@padlet.com Rider https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/933131785 "Democracy is not a state.  It is an act."  
As Lewis references in the next paragraph, living in a democratic society is not a given. We give up our rights too easily and need to think not only about the here and now, but the future. While the US is not perfect and is certainly experiencing serious "growing pains", we still have freedoms that many other people/countries/nations do not. What is the balance?]]> 2020-11-17 18:08:00 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/933131785 K. Kirchendorfer https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938748117 You filled me with hope about the next chapter of the great American story when you used your power to make a difference in our society. ]]> 2020-11-18 20:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938748117 When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war. madisoncwexler https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938786254 This teaches me that even if the world feels hopeless and that I may not be able to change much on my own that I should continue working towards change and making the world a better place.]]> 2020-11-18 20:36:11 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938786254 "we must discover what so readily takes root in our hearts" alexandraaeaston https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938788607 Such a simple but important reminder. ]]> 2020-11-18 20:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938788607 Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble. https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938788931 -Joni]]> 2020-11-18 20:36:56 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938788931 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something. carenkpotter https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938794273 Such powerful words that seem so simple, yet are so hard.... but what I have observed is that the older I am the easier, this seems to practice. I wish I had the confidence of myself now in my earlier years.... but isn't that life?!]]> 2020-11-18 20:38:23 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938794273 Ashleigh Lynch ashleigh1_lynch https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938795073 "He said each of us has a moral obligation to stand up, speak up, and speak out."
A great reminder!]]> 2020-11-18 20:38:35 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938795073 jennarsimpson https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938799193 "When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war."]]> 2020-11-18 20:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938799193 https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938881187 "Millions of people motivated simply by human compassion laid down the burdens of division."]]> 2020-11-18 21:03:17 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938881187 jillianmconnolly https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938886128 "Now it is your turn to let freedom ring."

We all need to continue the work and fight the fight.]]> 2020-11-18 21:04:44 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938886128 "Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble." mariecpalasciano https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938886129 We all are capable of making a difference in this world. It is never too late!]]> 2020-11-18 21:04:44 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938886129 melissa_mooney https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938888592 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. 
You must do something.
 
]]> 2020-11-18 21:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938888592 Let the Spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. lauram_aquilone https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938889423
Peace and Love always wins

]]> 2020-11-18 21:05:43 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938889423 Answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe. https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938890726 2020-11-18 21:06:06 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938890726 You must do something. https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938890799 2020-11-18 21:06:08 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938890799 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something, https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938892352 So true.  It takes everyone.

]]> 2020-11-18 21:06:34 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938892352 Triplett robynrtriplett https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938894593 I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:07:12 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938894593 https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938894745 2020-11-18 21:07:15 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938894745 Laura White laurac_white https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938897517 "The way of peace, the way of love and nonviolence is the more excellent way." I want to always remember to stand up for what is right, but to do so with love in my heart, first and foremost.]]> 2020-11-18 21:08:04 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938897517 Marilynn Keys https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938899939 When you see something that is not right, you must say something, you must do something.]]> 2020-11-18 21:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938899939 Kelly Safran https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938901914 The truth does not change, and that is why the answers worked out long ago can help you find solutions to the challenges of our time.]]> 2020-11-18 21:09:22 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938901914 The truth does not change, and that is why the answers worked out long ago can help you find solution. traceyearbo https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938903863 2020-11-18 21:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938903863 scottrauschenberg https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938904780 ...let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression, and war.]]> 2020-11-18 21:10:16 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938904780 Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America. gretchen_pistorio https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938909508 2020-11-18 21:11:37 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938909508 Suzanne https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938911314 Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble.]]> 2020-11-18 21:12:10 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938911314 https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938911553 2020-11-18 21:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938911553 teresa_fletche1 https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938913973 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. 
You must do something.  

.]]> 2020-11-18 21:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938913973 rebeccaa_romig https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938920819 Let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:15:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938920819 laurenrpedersen https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938929174 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. 
You must do something. Democracy is not a state. It is an act, ... 
]]> 2020-11-18 21:17:45 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938929174 kristenbgaudioso https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938929870
Millions of people motivated simply by human compassion laid down the burdens of division--this would continue to teach me to make my voice heard, stand up, pay attention, learn, and act.]]> 2020-11-18 21:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938929870 Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938932237   Everyone has the ability to make a positive difference-Lisa

]]> 2020-11-18 21:18:47 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938932237 https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938935591 Let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide.

L.Wyatt]]> 2020-11-18 21:19:54 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938935591 Walk with the wind. . .and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. lyndsey1_simpson https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938935663 Let your heart guide you in all that you do and don't stand by quietly when you know things are not right.

]]> 2020-11-18 21:19:56 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938935663 ... the way of peace, the way of love and nonviolence is the more excellent way. Now it is your turn to let freedom ring. mararerickson https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938937216 2020-11-18 21:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938937216 He said each of us has a moral obligation to stand up, speak up and speak out. katherinem_dejuneas https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938937318 We need to remember to stand up for what is right and speak up and out when we see injustice. You are the one who can be the change, but together we are stronger.]]> 2020-11-18 21:20:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938937318 Daniel Hinson https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938939298 Though I may not be here with you, I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe.

]]> 2020-11-18 21:21:07 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938939298 "...demand respect for human dignity" cortneyrarnold https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938940389 2020-11-18 21:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938940389 Kelly Hay https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938941476 When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something]]> 2020-11-18 21:21:49 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938941476 Let them say it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last. rebeccah_metzger https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938941831 We have the ability to change. Speak up, carry on hard conversations, and incite change and acceptance wherever you go.]]> 2020-11-18 21:21:56 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938941831 Bridget McNelis- Millions of people motivated simply by human compassion laid down the burdens of division. Around the country and the world you set aside race, class, age, language and nationality to demand respect for human dignity. https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938942750 We have done this and can continue to hold the power to do this. ]]> 2020-11-18 21:22:12 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938942750 Amanda Pratt - When you see something that is not right, you must say something. You must do something. amandaepratt https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938944881 2020-11-18 21:22:53 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938944881 Angela Adamson - angelaw_adamson https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938947947 "He said it is not enough to say it will get better by and by."

Thinking about it, is not enough. Talking about it, is not enough. It takes doing.]]> 2020-11-18 21:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938947947 "We must discover what so readily takes root in our hearts." and "let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide." alexandraaeaston https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938948187 2020-11-18 21:23:58 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938948187 I urge you to answer the highest calling of your heart and stand up for what you truly believe. emilyc_flythe https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938949820 2020-11-18 21:24:31 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938949820 walk with the wind, brothers and sisters, and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938956070 2020-11-18 21:26:37 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938956070 Let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide. jenashipman https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938957613 2020-11-18 21:27:10 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938957613 D Beers https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938969832 ...each of us has a moral obligation to stand up, speak up and speak out]]> 2020-11-18 21:31:07 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/938969832 Debbie Columbus https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/939296125 Let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide.]]> 2020-11-18 23:55:51 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/939296125 skbernierlucien https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/945950949  He said we are all complicit when we tolerate injustice. ]]> 2020-11-20 16:27:46 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/945950949 I have https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/1338942592 2021-03-22 16:38:04 UTC https://padlet.com/laurac_white/johnlewisseminar/wish/1338942592