Blair, thank you for writing this. The moment I saw the title, my heart started pounding because I knew what it was about. I've felt so unsettled since seeing video from that concert. You pretty much summed up my exact mix of feelings. Her music has meant the world to me. It's shaped my life. And like you, I ask myself: why couldn't she just say it? Like saying Black Lives Matter, so many people seem to be afraid they'll lose something if they just say Free Palestine.
It is indeed a weird time to be Jewish in America. I waffled endlessly about how I wanted to observe Yom Kippur this year, until not deciding turned into a decision. I'm grateful for this article, because it helped me connect with a part of myself I've found hard to look at directly these past two years.
Im grateful you shared your essay. I must be hard. There is so much good you’ve accomplished. It must be hard to see it go up in flames and be painted by the madness of a despot, who relies on affirmation from another despot. We all are better than them. It’s very hard to watch.
Blair, thank you for writing this. The moment I saw the title, my heart started pounding because I knew what it was about. I've felt so unsettled since seeing video from that concert. You pretty much summed up my exact mix of feelings. Her music has meant the world to me. It's shaped my life. And like you, I ask myself: why couldn't she just say it? Like saying Black Lives Matter, so many people seem to be afraid they'll lose something if they just say Free Palestine.
It is indeed a weird time to be Jewish in America. I waffled endlessly about how I wanted to observe Yom Kippur this year, until not deciding turned into a decision. I'm grateful for this article, because it helped me connect with a part of myself I've found hard to look at directly these past two years.
Thank you so much for reading, Stephan. I'm so glad that it resonated. Sending lots of love to you. <3
Damn this was beautifully written Blair!
Thanks for reading, friend !!
Thank you so much for writing and sharing this.
Thank you for taking the time to read it, Emily. 🤍
This was beautifully written and felt. I love you 💜
Thank you, Laryssa!!
I’ve been thinking about this post all day. Thank you for sharing this challenging experience, thoughtfully.
Thank you so much, John. I'm glad it resonated.
this made my heart ache in many directions. beautifully written, my dear <3
Thank you so much, Jo! I appreciate your time and attention and kind words <3
This was beautiful, Blair ❤️ you have so much compassion for people and it’s truly inspiring.
thank you so much for saying that, Mari! that is so kind. 🥲
Im grateful you shared your essay. I must be hard. There is so much good you’ve accomplished. It must be hard to see it go up in flames and be painted by the madness of a despot, who relies on affirmation from another despot. We all are better than them. It’s very hard to watch.
Thank you so much for reading, Bob! <3