Sen. Bernie Sanders has found a way to gracefully back out from the Women’s Convention, an appearance which was increasingly controversial.
“I want to apologize to the organizers of the Women’s Convention for not being able to attend your conference next Friday in Detroit. Given the emergency situation in Puerto Rico, I will be traveling there to visit with San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz and other officials to determine the best way forward to deal with the devastation the island is experiencing. The U.S. Congress cannot turn its back on the millions of people in Puerto Rico who, four weeks after the hurricane, are still without electricity, food and running water."
His place as opening speaker had already been replaced by Sen. Debbie Stabenow, but the drama wasn’t about to subside, so I appreciate him removing himself as a source of contention on what will not only be an inspiring night for women, but also for the country as a whole. After all, when one of us grows, we all grow. And when we grow together we establish bonds which supersede such trivialities as party, religion or race.
A class move for all concerned. I hope Bernie can get relief going for Puerto Rico.