I am a working class person who survived childhood cancer to become a mother in my teens – and then defied all expectations to raise my family out of poverty.
When I grew up I became a scholar of politics and policy, then worked in government – including the office of a controversial western Governor – and have devoted my entire adult life to service.
My work has been recognized with awards, accolades, media attention, and financial remuneration.
I represent the ultimate bootstrap success story. The American Dream.
Oh, except I had to move to a different country because I have a rare genetic disorder that prevents me from acquiring health insurance at any price.
I have been following the news from home with an eye to writing about the election, but after watching the crackdown over the protests at both conventions and the officially approved speeches inside the various buildings, know what?
I just want to vomit.
I have nothing pithy to say.