Stroke of Bad Luck: Cindy Sheehan

[Paranoid Pessimist]

It's sad that Cindy Sheehan's mother had a stroke, sad for her -- that goes without saying -- but sad for antiwar people (it's not quite a "movement" ... yet). The media has paid attention because it has had an individual to center its story on. A person, particularly a sympathetic person, is what Media are drawn to. Without her fronting the action, Mainstream Media will have an excuse to go away, and they will. Cindy's name is a slogan and those in it with her can only hope they can find a way to keep the name out there (and, being the Paranoid Pessimist, I have my doubts that they'll be able pull that off -- and, as always, I hope I'm proved wrong).

There's a lesson in this for leftists and progressives, if they're willing to learn it. An individual frontperson who can personify the story is a much needed ace in the hole.

Of course anyone with at least half a heart wants Cindy to take as much time as she needs to be with her family. But if all were to suddenly to become well and she were able to get back on stage, I think that would be a good thing.

Get well quick, Cindy's mom.

[melissinha]

1. Well we can try

There are more Gold Star Moms who have been with Cindy who can carry the torch, I think that its imperative that the numbers really turn out for them because they need the support.


I wish Cindy's mom a speedy but careful recovery.

I have heard and read about so many fearless, devoted women and men who have been there all along that can carry this through.... Its like the Democratic spirit.... its about the community... and if the naysayers think thats communist or socialist, what's your frikin problem?

Anyhow I mostly think it is imperative to show Cindy and her family that we are going to go to bat for them and keep it going strong.

[liberaltrucker]

2. Cindy proved she's not only a dedicated mom

But also a dedicated daughter. Family values, ya know.

[Lars39]

3. There are other Gold Star Mothers there to carry on.

[longship]

4. Take the battle to Congress-Critters

Never let it rest.

Take 'em all on. Make them ashamed of their lack of support for this immoral war.

Stop the torture.
Stop the killing.
Get out as soon as possible.