Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Group Meeting ~ Not On Our Watch I
During our class discussion about Not On Our Watch it really pulled my attention that Carl and Bev said: “John Prendergast, and Don Cheadle are not normal people”. I thought that more than anything that was a sign of disrespect against Don and John, because even though they have more connections than we do, and they have starred in big Hollywood movies, or worked at the White House, they were once like us, and saying that their accomplishments alienate them from us and therefore are not ‘normal’ is more than anything a sign of disrespect, jealousy, and more than anything else, a sign of self-pity, because they would rather live somebody else’s life than their own. My advice for people who feel like that… aim high, and you’ll reach whatever it is, that you want to do.
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Nelson, I totally agree with both of your posts. First, I truly believe that both Don and Ron are normal people. However, they have done extraordinary things that some might consider to be big-shots and celebrities. They weren't born activists and they probably never envisioned themselves being active in stopping genocide throughout Africa. These individuals show us how we can do amazing things through that make a difference.
Another point that I agree with you about is how the book is written. I love the structure and content of the book. Especially the authors backstories - it allows us to make connections and to beleive that we are capable of making changes. If these personal stories of activism were cut out, it would greatly diminish the value of the book. It was meant to encourage people to act and to present the facts about Darfur. So far, they have done this exceptionally.
Ryan
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