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TheStoryIsTheThing's avatar

Wonderful to have your thoughtful, insightful voice out in the world again, Miz Honey May. I recommend this substack to all. Write on, please. _/\_

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Beckie Rose-Bowman's avatar

I've been reading a book about this very thing, the “pride paradox” in politics. Particularly in rural areas. Stolen Pride by Arlie Hochschild. I can't hardly get through a chapter without having to stop and meditate on the feelings it has surfaced in me.

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Judy Elizabeth Hamilton's avatar

Brilliant! Thank you for sharing your insight!

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