“If our era were merely tragic! But it is revolting. This is why it must be brought to trial — and forgiven.”
— Albert Camus
We need two things, justice and mercy, to tackle society’s problems. Our politics are beyond simply broken, they are morally wrong, so we have to confront and hold ourselves accountable. But at the same time, even when we’re outraged, we still need empathy.
We need a balanced way to handle societal problems: one that acknowledges and judges wrongs but also allows for forgiveness and the chance for people to turn around. We need to create real meaning in a world that often doesn’t seem to care.