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Susan Melnik's avatar

"And there were bloody footprints

where Justice should have stood" -Bruce Springsteen's "Streets Of Minneapolis" helped me make it through the aftermath of Pretti's tragic murder. God bless the bystanders who shared videos so that People could know the truth about our fallen heroes. Here's hoping one day Justice will stand again on snowy streets of our land.

Bryan Sean McKown's avatar

Generally, under Minnesota Statute 628.26 ANY crime resulting in the death of a victim an be charged at ANY time matter how many years have passed.

See also, Minnesota statute 628.26 as amended for 'limitations' sections (a) through section (o).

Lor's avatar

Wonderful Joyce. Bruce is amazing and such a great human being. I was lucky to see him here in Los Angeles. Glad you had a blast.

He’s an absolute legend and a treasure to watch and enjoy every time. His concerts are a joy

Carol Parsons's avatar

We’ve only seen him once in concert, and that was in Phoenix this year….an amazing experience

Bill Bellows's avatar

Joyce, you and Bruce remind us every day that giving up is unforgivable.

Steven Samler's avatar

Other performers are commenting about the sad state of affairs in the country. Lucinda Williams, Friday night, walked on stage to Woody Guthrie’s “This Land..” She also played covers of Marley’s “So Much Trouble in the World”, Harrison’s “While my Guitar..” and closed with Neil Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World”. There also was a cover of “We’ve Come Too far to Turn Around.” The musicians shall help us thru.

ELIZABETH Craze's avatar

Remember Foggartys " I ain't no Senators Son". Listen to those lyrics and think of bone spurs.

Barbara Jo Krieger's avatar

Springsteen, and you Joyce by extension, are a reminder that if we are to stay in this fight we must find joy in our lives. With sincere thanks for sharing your experience. Barbara

James Vander Poel's avatar

He performed that song on Colbert's show, bringing tears to the eyes of the audience. Getting to see it live: priceless.

Mary Jane Rheaume's avatar

Yes, James I too saw him sing at Stephen Colbert's last night on His show. I will miss him.

Jeann Iris Brick's avatar

Thanks for sharing the Joy.

Dean Linebarger's avatar

Joyce, your commentary is right on 👍 as always!

Phil Barish's avatar

Bruce embodies the REAL understanding of The People and how we feel - consistently with his expression. We all need to translate that into action, which with respect to our elections, needs to be PROTECTIVE action. Here is a ‘Doable Plan’ To Practically Protect The Midterm Elections:

https://lalisastands.substack.com/p/a-doable-plan-to-practically-protect?r=5mlw0r&utm_medium=ios&shareImageVariant=app

Barbara Jo Krieger's avatar

Phil, This document offers a most comprehensive antidote to the Regimes’s anticipated plans to quash free and fair elections. I hope everyone on this thread will join me in making a concerted effort to ensure this hugely valuable resource receives broad attention.

Phil Barish's avatar

Thank you, Barbara for reading through and commenting on it. We have submitted it to some of the prominent organizers but without reply as of yet. More of them should at least have it for a centralized reference even if they are already focused on portions of the plan. Your ‘ask’ in your comment is certainly a patriotic help in hopefully getting those strategies widely implemented!

Barbara Jo Krieger's avatar

Hi Phil,

As a co-Founder and co-Leader of a local Indivisible chapter, I have strong contacts with our State’s Indivisible board. I will send the board this plan and encourage them to pass it to Indivisible National’s co-Executives.

Phil Barish's avatar

Barbara - That is exactly what is needed. ✌️

marypaz's avatar

What a wonderful experience! My brother, his wife, and one of their daughters were there. I cannot wait to hear what they have to say, too.

I saw him perform in Dallas many years ago. He will always be The Boss.

Lynn Renee's avatar

Memorial Day service in Stillwater MN. My sign said “take back Democracy, Decency, Morality”. 2 separate big,burly guys affronted me: politics is disrespectful for those who died. Yet more veterans and citizens thanked me and my intimidated heart that was a poundin!

Bill's avatar

There is a time and place for things. Honoring our fallen is sacred. I also applaud as a vet the very real need in this time to remind that politics is why our soldiers die for “democracy, decency, and morality” as a just cause of a nation. It is a sad honor to know we have to fight and some gave the ultimate sacrifice to hold onto the most precious of our Nation. “We hold these truths to be self evident…”.

This is true strength and courage that Bruce sings about in adversity to find the good!

Ali Silverman's avatar

thanks for your courage

TJ's avatar

Good for you, saw the Boss in Pittsburg last week. He definitely fills the tank that somedays runs on fumes..

Kathy Shott's avatar

So happy for you Joyce! I’m glad you were able to take some time for enjoyment and got to see The Boss! I am a little jealous though.

Ruth Sheets's avatar

Great! A Mid-week concert, what a treat, and Bruce Springsteen! Can't do better than that to add a little hope and optimism to one's life!

S Brank's avatar

Wonderful, soul-restoring music 🎵 🎶. You deserved that experience, Joyce! Music is the dimension that we sorely need right now to inspire and motivate us as we work hard to save our democracy. Power to the People! 🎶🎵