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9. I have a lot of respect for the Reverend William Barber.

Reply to BumRushDaShow (Original post)

Tue Sep 16, 2025, 08:31 AM

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He's been organizing peaceful protests in NC and beyond for many years. He continues MLK, Jr's tradition of nonviolence rooted in spiritual morality.

He perseveres despite having severe health problems. He's a truly good person.

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Rev William Barber condemns Kirk's killing and warns against using religion to 'sanctify wrong' [View all] BumRushDaShow Tuesday OP

Religion was designed to make you feel guilty. twodogsbarking Tuesday #1

Actually, I think it was designed as a means of control and power over others. lostincalifornia Tuesday #3

That too. Exactly. Guilt will relinquish free choice. twodogsbarking Tuesday #4

And a very few wealthy and powerful NewHendoLib Tuesday #7

"A left-leaning pastor"? Why? because he is for Civil Rights and against violence, that makes him "left-leaning". lostincalifornia Tuesday #2

His left leg is shorter. twodogsbarking Tuesday #5

+++ lostincalifornia Tuesday #6

Anyone who opposes MAGAT is left-leaning now. yardwork Tuesday #10

It seems so. lostincalifornia Tuesday #11

Saying political violence sets politicians above Marthe48 Tuesday #8

I have a lot of respect for the Reverend William Barber. yardwork Tuesday #9