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John Kerry
In reply to the discussion: I Would Like Your Opinion On What You Feel Are Some Of John Kerry's Greatest Speeches Plz.... [View all]MBS
(9,688 posts)26. Corey, I'm so sorry.
I don't have links to all his speeches handy (I've got some big deadlines to deal with right now and I can't spend a lot of time on other projects at the moment), but here are a few:
his commencement addresses to Yale and Boston College, in 2014, which have jokes, and comments of general inspiration, and are addressed to people about your age:
YALE class day, 2014
BOSTON COLLEGE commencement:
-video (FYI, "Challenger" is BC's real-life eagle mascot, who was released and apparently just flew away when released during the ceremony)
-written transcript http://www.state.gov/secretary/remarks/2014/05/226291.htm
The BC talk was especially personal and deep. I think you'll really like it.
Of all the things I value Kerry for, the attributes of his character that inspire me the most are these: his integrity, and his unwavering persistence in pursuit of things that matter . . . Nothing stops him from keeping up the good fight, for the environment, for peace, for our democracy.
Given the abysmal treatment he's always received from media cynics (who seem actually to FAULT him for having the guts to take on difficult tasks like Middle East peace and climate change, and more), Republican liars such as SBVTers, and even Democratic party operatives (don't get me started about how badly the Dem establishment has treated him , especially in 2004), I'm awestruck that he just keeps at it, day after day.
Sure, unlike you and me, he doesn't have financial worries. But that's the thing: if he were a weaker or lazier or more selfish or less committed person, he could have just quit the public arena long ago, to live a comfortable life.But instead, he continues to give 100%, to make the world a better place.
And here's the thing: he IS making a difference, against very steep odds.
As I deal with my own little problems, I draw inspiration from his persistence and idealism and integrity. If he can keep at it, year after year, so can I.
Hope these speeches help a little.
In the meantime, I do hope fervently that you can get some real-live practical help from your family and friends and neighbors, NOW.
You deserve it!
Now please keep us posted on how you're doing, OK?
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I Would Like Your Opinion On What You Feel Are Some Of John Kerry's Greatest Speeches Plz.... [View all]
Corey_Baker08
Feb 2015
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Not from the campaign - but part a very courageous speech during the Vietnam War...
salin
Feb 2015
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I will think on this and see if I can come up with anything but in the meantime
btrflykng9
Feb 2015
#5
Update: I Would Like To Thank Everyone Who Replied, Your Kind Words & Personal Stories Have Been Enc
Corey_Baker08
Feb 2015
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