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Gary Trujillo's avatar

Tess...you're a bright light in a world that seems to be getting darker and more dangerous. ✨

Tess Raser's avatar

Aww thank you! I don’t always think so, so I appreciate the compliment!

bevan's avatar

I really enjoyed reading this and I got to add a bunch of books to my reading list. Telling the story in part though your personal connections really helped highlight the central importance of human to human connection in building solidarity, resilience, and resistance. I liked the tidbit about organizers wearing overalls and meeting share croppers where they were. Anyways wanted to say thank you for helping educate and inspire!

Tess Raser's avatar

Thank you so much for the kind words! Yes, I love that they wore the overalls too!

Eliana's avatar

Beautiful essay!

Tess Raser's avatar

Thank you so much!