What I Learned

I grew up in a middle class unsaved family. My parents were good parents and typical patriotic Americans. I learned a lot of good things, but although they did not understand what they were doing, I also learned these things:

I learned to hate Russians.
I learned I was white and some others were not.
I learned money was very important.
I learned to root for America in war.
I learned to fight.
I learned that religion has its place.
I learned that education was paramount.
I learned it was all about me.
I learned that love was conditional.
I learned we were Republicans.
I learned Jesus was an historical figure.

All that changed in 1975.