Nelson Mandela has died.
Madiba gave the world so much more than people realize.
Almost immediately, the world reacted with resigned sadness, but there were those who couldn't help themselves--they have to offer snarky commentary about how he was convicted for crimes of violence. In particular, one person tweeted that they wondered how long it would be before liberals "erased" his militant past. This person obviously misses the point to what made Mandela a leader...
His past as a militant isn't supposed to be erased or ignored. Mandela fought the inhumane system of Apartheid with some force, and he was convicted and given a long sentence in an isolated prison. Most men would see their anger fester in an Apartheid penal institution, maybe even grow worse. Mandela possessed a strength of character I believe few in life ever have possessed, which he used to overcome the anger and promote peace, partnership, equality, humanity and hope. It's a source of inspiration.
The guiding light of Mandela has gone out. It's time to celebrate his life by doing something to make your light shine a little brighter.
Goodbye, Madiba...
...Wish you were here.
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