Summary

The face of courage is visible in our lives. Look for courageous people in your every day life. Watch Israeli and Palestinian women participate in the Barefoot Walk: Mothers’ Call for Peace. Listen to a former intelligence officer call a spade a spade regarding the War on Iran.

The Face of Courage

I am at a loss for words at the end of Women’s History Month. And, I am inspired by some women who are showing US the face of courage.

Please take a moment to watch and listen to the two videos below, modeling for US the faces of courage.

DRMNews, March 24, 2026: Barefoot Walk: Mothers’ Call for Peace

Ex-Intel Officer Josephine Guilbeau: US Tomahawk Missile Strike on Elementary School in Minab, Iran

Let’s be courageous for all of humanity. Let’s be the face of courage. Courage is contagious.

Are you with me?

Immerse yourself in music to inspire you on our quest to save democracy and give peace a chance.

Please give generously to local mutual aid agencies. Your neighbours will thank you.

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