Wednesday, March 30, 2005

Pieces of truth

There are no quick and easy answers to the questions that have plagued Greensboro over the 25 years since the Nov. 3 shootings. But we know the answers are out there. The problem is, they’re in pieces.

One piece says what happened had nothing to do with Greensboro, for example, while another piece says it had everything to do with Greensboro. When people have different pieces of the truth and don’t talk with one another, they stay divided. We congratulate the city – City Council members, everyday residents, bloggers and others – for finally starting the difficult conversations that will bring out a whole truth with which we all can live.

Do you have a piece of the truth? Share it in a statement and share it here.

Are there pieces you just haven’t been able to understand? Ask your questions here. You’ll elicit answers (and hopefully statements) from others, and help us shape the final report into something that’ll work for everyone.

Monday, March 21, 2005

Join the dialogue

The primary goal of the truth and reconciliation process is to strengthen Greensboro for the future. Mandated to present specific recommendations for community healing in its final report, the Commission needs to hear a variety of perspectives. With that in mind, what is your vision for a better Greensboro?