It was an incredible film. I watched it a few days ago as well and made many similar connections. And, as a fellow Michigander, it was pretty fascinating to learn more about one of the main characters in the film Howard āHoweā Treist who lived in Oak Park until he passed away. The documentary about him was absolutely fascinating as well.
His son and the producers did a fantastic job memorializing the incredible life of Mr. Triest. I used to live in Pleasant Ridge, not far away, and was excited to learn about this. It's pretty incredible to find the heroes living amongst us, particularly in times like these when decency seems at a premium if at all. Thanks for your writing! I've been reading you since I was a student at Wayne State many moons ago. I'm grateful.
Everything you said. Our phones have made us lazy!! Call, protest, march, make a stink! Join your local Indivisible. Whatever it takes. Donāt just do nothing! Opposition needs to be seen in the media. It encourages others to join in. Donāt be a doom sayer, this discourages people from voting. Do something!
On a similar note, I'm reading Philip Roth's The Plot Against America, written in 2004. The similarities with today are eerie.
yes, though Roth got lazy at the end
I watched it today. It should be required viewing for all Americans.
Iām gonna watch it tonight
I was gobsmacked. Historically astounding and DĆ©jĆ vu frightening. I want to drop to my knees when I try to imagine what my parents and siblings endured at the hands of the Nazis, and then how they persevered in order to come to America-Land of the free and Home of the Brave. My parents would be appalled at what is going on now! Iām appalled!
and yet, think of what heroes you are descended from, and be proud
OK, I will.
Wow!
Thank you for saying that.
They ARE heroes!
I guess that I never looked at them that wayā¦ā¦till now.
Jack, You Da Man!
I really would like to know your opinion!
It was an incredible film. I watched it a few days ago as well and made many similar connections. And, as a fellow Michigander, it was pretty fascinating to learn more about one of the main characters in the film Howard āHoweā Treist who lived in Oak Park until he passed away. The documentary about him was absolutely fascinating as well.
https://youtu.be/ubhLmhGdbJk?si=vT1RAM5RdHTfCGgV
His son lives on my street !
His son and the producers did a fantastic job memorializing the incredible life of Mr. Triest. I used to live in Pleasant Ridge, not far away, and was excited to learn about this. It's pretty incredible to find the heroes living amongst us, particularly in times like these when decency seems at a premium if at all. Thanks for your writing! I've been reading you since I was a student at Wayne State many moons ago. I'm grateful.
Thank you for sharing this link. Great find!
When Jack Lessenberry recommends it, that's good enough for me. I'll watch.
you are, as always, too kind
Wondering if the little "t" is aiming for Emperor.
Everything you said. Our phones have made us lazy!! Call, protest, march, make a stink! Join your local Indivisible. Whatever it takes. Donāt just do nothing! Opposition needs to be seen in the media. It encourages others to join in. Donāt be a doom sayer, this discourages people from voting. Do something!