I can nonetheless keep in mind the sound of your outdated pick-up truck because it struggled to go up the hill on Dravus Road in Magnolia. I used to be strolling my canine earlier than his mattress time when one among your mates turned on the excessive beams. I may hear the truck slowing down, and I keep in mind a shiver down my backbone as I assumed, “One thing dangerous is about to occur.”
Earlier than I may even react, you had slowed to a crawl subsequent to me. I can nonetheless keep in mind how your voice was stuffed with hate and bigotry while you yelled at me.
“N***er!”
I’ve lived throughout the nation, principally in locations which are whiter and extra conservative than Seattle. I’ve lived with hardcore MAGA roommates. Lived close to folks waving accomplice flags. None of them ever made me worry for my security as I did that Saturday as I do now. I am afraid to take my canine out on my quiet neighborhood streets because of you.
I would like my peace of thoughts again.
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