The tragedy in Haiti is incomprehensible. It is one of those moments in life that pushes the individual to transcend tribalism, race, religion, gender, sexuality and petty differences to rediscover that we aren't as divided as our politics suggest. In this time of want and need and tragedy, I hope that we can once again come together as Americans and realize that we are a part of a larger global community. The world looks to the United States to lead with empathy and compassion rather than bombs and saber rattling.
We can start by living generously. Take action in one of the ways below:
Our soft power and influence has always been the uniquely American contribution to humanity for which the world continues to thirst. It is time for this great country to stand up and lead. Not with the threats and castigations and American exceptionalism, but rather with the humility, generosity and altruism that truly makes this country exceptional. The world needs us now more than ever. It is time. Let us, as Americans, be exceptional and join our President in saying to the world that "We are ready to lead" and "Help is on the way".
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