I don't think it is too much of an exagerration to state that without your contributions to Civil Rights and Voting Rights, we would not have been able to nominate the first African-American to a major party ticket for president.

   I have read as much as I possibly can about you and, oh how you have angered me at times, inspired me, and made me laugh at others but mostly you have taught me and anyone else who will take the time to study your mistakes as well as your triumphs. 

   It appears your own Party has abandoned you and rarely is your name invoked largely because of Vietnam and your "corseness". Someday, I hope we as Democrats have a more balanced view of your time. One that isn't a knee-jerk rejection nor an overly optimistic one.

   Cheers! And the Pedernales still looks fine...

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