What’s To Be Done?

“What is to be done? First, defend the truth. A free press, for example, is not the enemy of the American people; it is the protector of the American people. Second, we must reinforce the principle that no one, not even the president, is above the law. Third, we should each do our part to energize the democratic process by registering new voters, listening respectfully to those with whom we disagree, knocking on doors for favored candidates, and ignoring the cynical counsel: ‘There’s nothing to be done.’ 

“I’m 80 years old, but I can still be inspired when I see young people coming together to demand the right to study without having to wear a flak jacket.” 

—Madeleine Albright, politician, professor, author of “Fascism: A Warning,” and former U.S. secretary of State, “Will We Stop Trump Before It’s Too Late?” The New York Times, April 6, 2018.

• Editorial Comment: Thank you, Madam Secretary. That seems pretty straightforward.

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