If this commentary seems repetitive, it is. We experience the same or similar breaches of government over and over. We know better. We hope for better. Our “leaders” know better. But WE THE PEOPLE don’t rise to our occasion, expect and require better. If we want more progressive results, we’re going to have to pull TOGETHER to make it happen. We can, if we will. Let’s!

The current enthusiasm about the“Oppenheimer” film prompts me to relate some personal family history that you might find of interest. My father and aunt found themselves in Albuquerque for one of the most impactful events in world history. Brother and sister bore witness to top secret developments associated with the Manhattan Project. Join me as I recount some details of this extraordinary chapter.

Let’s be Stars, not just extras and armchair critics. We’ve got a major challenge to wrest our Country and State from the fear-mongering zealots and political opportunists who’ve diminished our Democracy because they could. But, they can’t, if we don’t let them. We’re better than this, and some initiative, civic smarts, leadership and organization skills can help reclaim this Country…OUR Country. We can be the Stars that help this happen. Read on for some constructive ideas. Thanks for joining me.