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Susan  Olson's avatar

I'm on the side of optimism. I believe peace is possible. People want peace. It's the governments and commanders that keep extending the conflicts. May Christ Consciousness continue to awaken in more hearts during this season of Light. Thanks again for your history reportage.

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Bill Russell's avatar

as Ringo says: Peace and love. Peace and love.

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E.R. Flynn's avatar

Someday perhaps humans will realize we all have more in common that unites us instead of the petty, short-sighted quarrels that divide us. Thanks for reminding us of this, Bill.

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Bill Russell's avatar

I concur. Thanks E.R.

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Marshall Crossman's avatar

Bill, What an apt issue of IllustratedJournalism, with 2 terrible current wars & Christmas. Thank you for your optimism. I knew of this truce from movies & history. It shows the apathy of the 2 sides early in the war, prior to the senseless carnage to come. Happy Solstice, the light is returning...

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Bill Russell's avatar

Thanks for reminding me about Solstice. Bring back the light!

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Marta's avatar

Bill, thank you for this, my lunchtime read that made me put down my sandwich and wipe a tear away for the ugliness and beauty of humanity and everything in between.

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Bill Russell's avatar

Thanks for sharing that sentiment, Marta.

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