So, some years you have a great big birthday bash, maybe even get a surprise party thrown for you. Some years, depending on what life is like at the the time, you have a quiet, intimate celebration. And some years you may have to skip the celebration altogether, because life has given you other pressing concerns.
America doesn't get a birthday party this year.
For a good litany of the recent monstrousness that has plagued our country, here's a holiday post from my oldest friend still standing.
For a historical perspective, here's a speech by Eugene Debs from 121 years ago.
I ain't giving up yet, but I'm not celebrating, either.
Addendum: I started early today,and missed including this pulls-no-punches essay from Women Write About Comics.
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