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I just read two articles which have inspired me. The first is by Toni Morrison, "No Place for Self-Pity, No Place for Fear." She said "In times of dread, artists must never choose to remain silent." I agree. Now, more than ever, writers, artists, comedians, and others must speak their truth.

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