Sept. 11 gratitude for county commissioner
My younger brother lived in Manhattan last September and was awakened on Sept. 11 by the sound of a jet smashing into the WTC tower. Through his eyes, I saw it all.
As I stood at the Federal Building in Eugene this Sept. 11, in the midst of many others witnessing for peace, my brother spoke to me of the mood now in New York City, of people still united in love, sharing hope, recognizing the human connection we all share. Retribution and war is not on their minds.
Many of us understand when we practice war, it is our own brothers who die. Among those who
understand is our county commissioner — Pete Sorenson. He alone among local office holders was there with us, feeling the power of truth, standing strong against the forces of fear.
I love this town. And Pete Sorenson is one reason why. Thanks for being here, Pete.
Tim Mueller
Eugene
