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I cried through much of the book. I'm a product of the south during this same time but never saw or felt these prejucices. I hate the prejudices but love the south. This book has brought an awareness to me that I have never felt in my 57 years. I've since had a phone conversation with Gene and looking forward to more. I'm thinking he's still dealing with this vengeance thing and my hope and prayer is that more folks will read and study these events and start showing support for him by asking him to speak.
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phil.long, March 9, 2007
I cried through much of the book. I'm a product of the south during this same time but never saw or felt these prejucices. I hate the prejudices but love the south. This book has brought an awareness to me that I have never felt in my 57 years. I've since had a phone conversation with Gene and looking forward to more. I'm thinking he's still dealing with this vengeance thing and my hope and prayer is that more folks will read and study these events and start showing support for him by asking him to speak.(2 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)