The Republican candidates take the stage for the debate. The CNBC Republican Presidential Debate was held at the Coors Events Center at the University of Colorado, Boulder on Oct. 28. (RJ Sangosti, The Denver Post)
Last Thursday night I attended Arvada West High School’s fall choir concert. The singers, my granddaughter among them, entertained with songs from around the world. What a fine program! The kids learn a wide variety of music, the teachers develop their musicality, and the audience is enriched.
While listening, I recalled the previous nightap Republican presidential debate — and its predecessors involving both parties. The contrast staggered: uplifting vs. tearing down. Itap really sad how candidates demean their opponents in either party, sometimes demonizing them as if subhuman.
I realize voters must know the candidates, and candidates must show their wares. But their destructive methods demean us all. The dignity shown by those kids shames the debaters.
If only a concertap magnificence could inspire politicians to elevate themselves. Maybe fantasy, but I’d feel better about how we pick our leaders. In the meantime, bring on the choirs — I like them a lot better.
John Hill, Arvada
This letter was published in the Nov. 4 edition.
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