It’s so sad that our society is backsliding this way. I remember feeling so hopeful and proud when we elected Obama that racism was diminishing. Then came the Trump backlash. It’s dispiriting, for sure, going backwards. I am chastened by thoughts of Iran before the zealots took over. It was a modern country full of creative energy and delights. We have to be on guard against that kind of catastrophic backlash. Thank you so much, Jim, for being in the trenches every day and fighting the good fight. You are a main source of news for me. You and the New York Times. Your vigilance and eloquence are making a difference. Here’s hoping good people like you and Blume win the culture wars…