Virtually Tongue Tied

Actually, that's not an accurate way to describe my recent silence.  I've much to say; I'm just lacking the time and motivation to say it.  I am the closing manager this month, and we're going through rush, so posting is likely to be light for a while (which in saying that is the surest way to make certain that I attempt to post everyday).

To anyone who was curious about the resolution passed and signed by MSU, the Bozeman city commission and Gallatin county, concerning diversity in the area, I have the text of it here:

All Are Welcome Here.

Because the Gallatin Valley has traditionally been a place where rivers and cultures meet,

Because Native Peoples continue to share this sacred earth with others,

Because the labor of ancestors of all religions, races, and ethnicities built our communities,

Because everyone benefits when human rights are respected, and protection of these rights is the responsibility not only of individuals but also of civic institutions and governments,

Because acceptance and tolerance are as necessary for economic viability as they are for personal growth, and

Because diversity promotes respectful, creative, and humane communities,

We, the undersigned, declare our individual and collective resolve to:

--Honor and welcome human diversity,

--Promote tolerance and inclusiveness in our public endeavors and private actions,

--Work to end silence and stop the spread of hate,

And, in so doing,

--Build just and caring communities, congregations, workplaces, schools and homes.

By the way, Bozeman is having a Martin Luther King Day observance, and Kevin McGuire and his National Alliance buddies are planning a counter demonstration.  I'll post more details if I get more time, but regardless, this ought to be fun.

Comments

[Jaded]

Even if you don't post everyday I'll keep checking to see what you've written. :)

[Kate S.]

No worries, Wulfie. It's not like you are getting PAID to blog! *snickering at Armstrong, et al.*

We know you have a life. But I would be interested in the interaction of those two groups: the gentle, tolerant, loving ones demonstrated in that beautifully crafted resolution -- and ... the "others."

[Mark Wilson]

Really all I can say is... Wow... *salutes the writers of this text* Sometimes I just love Bozeman. I know I'm definitely going to be there at the march.

[bonkrood]

Sounds like y'all had a great turnout which is awesome.