A reader writes in to thank Matt for the thought-provoking content of the Blog, and adds that this was the first time he had left a comment for a blog.

Matt responds:

Thanks for writing, thanks for expressing.  The first step in any journey is to get on the sidewalk, on the road, or on the river.  I’m honored that you have participated in our discussion.

Some blowhards like me never stop talking, and we probably make up for a lot of people who have some great thoughts but only share them privately with a small group of friends, instead of shouting through megaphones the way I do.  Rest assured, the smallest whisper can create as much change as the loudest thunder.

Thank you for coming to the blog, and for your presence in the peace movement,
Matt