Reply #10: This is what I am thankful for:

[scarletlib]

Even in the darkest hours for this country when civil rights are under assault and so many of us feel so helpless to stop the madness, there are orgnizations like the ACLU that continue to fight and will fight to the bitter end for the rights of all of us and for the soul of the Constitution and this Country.

This is what gives me hope in this current time.

I know that there is hope as long as these organizations still can function and do their job. As long as the current regime claims to be a democracy and holds itself out as a model to the world, it can't touch the ACLU or any of these other organizations. As soon as it does everyone will know what's happening. It's elegant in its own sweet way. The regime would like nothing better than to stifle these organizations but it can't because it must maintain the illusion that it is a democratic, freedom loving administration.

P.S. I joined the ACLU shortly after 9-11. I also belong to PFAW and several other organizations that fight for us everyday. This is my small contribution to our country. I encourage every one if they can to pick an organization and contribute if you can and if you are not already doing so. Any amount you can give is appreciated and needed.