Letter: Kids make me feel optimistic about America
(Chris Detrick | The Salt Lake Tribune) Saida Dahir speaks during the March for Our Lives SLC at the state Capitol Saturday, March 24, 2018. The student-led March for Our Lives SLC got underway about 11:30 a.m. with what police estimated were 8,000 participants walking from Salt Lake City's West High School to the front steps of the state Capitol.
Oh, oh. Now you’ve really stepped in it Republicans. You’ve pissed off the kids and they are coming for you. They are not asking, they are demanding gun reform and Republicans, and a handful of cowardly Democrats, are in their sights.
Those in Congress who have valued donations and getting a good “score” from the NRA more than they’ve valued people’s lives should probably be updating their resumes. If these kids do what they say they will, a lot of politicians will be looking for new jobs in the near future.
For the first time in quite a while I’m feeling optimistic about America. Thanks, kids.
Susan Christensen, Salt Lake City
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