Marianne Williamson Instagram – Saturday was the deadline for filing as a Democrat running for the nomination for President. We did everything possible to stand for a blitz primary and an open convention. Yet the way the rules were made there truly was no way, Kamala’s momentum was in full swing, and all we could do now is create noise.
I was in the race to create fundamental change, yes – but not as a chaos agent. Things being what they are – including the fact that defeating Donald Trump has always been and continues to be the goal that most matters – it was time to let go.
To those of you who supported my campaign- as voters, volunteers and donors -I salute you and I thank you.
For years I’ve been intrigued by Gandhi’s message that “politics should be sacred.” And I saw things that convinced me it could be that way: people entering the political conversation not only with their heads but with their hearts, not with anger but with love, willing to look beyond artificial divides, honoring the truths of our history, bringing the fullness of themselves to the process, and harnessing all those things for political purposes.
I saw it. I felt it. I know it’s possible.
For many reasons, I was not able to achieve that. What matters now to me most is not what we didn’t achieve but what we did achieve; and we achieved a lot. There were moments too numerous for me to count where I know without a shadow of a doubt that we shed light in the darkness of confused minds, inspired hope in the spirit of hopeless citizens, and motivated people to get involved and stay involved until justice shall be done.
For myself, I believe our most urgent task now is to make sure Donald Trump does not return to the White House. That conviction is what will determine my vote on election day.
That which brings likeminded people together in service to a more beautiful world is a significant bond of affection. For the honor shown me by my supporters this last year, my gratitude is as deep as the sea. | Posted on 30/Jul/2024 00:15:07
