Yesterday I wrote this diary: Which Lives Matter More. In it I questioned the strategy used by #blacklivesmatter activists who interrupted a candidate forum at Netroots Nation. I stated that their actions alienated their allies.
I was wrong to do so.
Those without power who seek justice should always have the right to speak truth to power.
I'm ashamed and embarrassed by what I wrote.
I have made a commitment today to volunteer for the Bernie Sanders campaign and will fulfill that obligation. Additionally I am the chair of Dallas Kossacks (primarily because they could not find anyone else). I will remain chair only until we can find someone else to take that spot, then I will resign.
What I did and said was stupid and arrogant. I do not deserve any kind of leadership role in the progressive movement as I acted against the very things we are trying to achieve.
I'm going to try to do no more harm.
I apologize.