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e are on this bus ride to literally feel and live out the journey of the Freedom Riders, and I believe walking their actual footsteps could not have embodied our mission better. As humans always looking towards advancement and brightening our future, we must first remember to reflect on the past and acknowledge the progress we have made. I think walking across that bridge today, foot by foot, gave me that revelation. Our passage across the bridge was so peaceful. People were smiling, laughing, reflecting and simply enjoying the moment. But the true Freedom Riders experienced anything but that. The Riders were met with armed troopers, willing to enforce all violent means necessary to stop the marchers. We clearly had no threat of danger. I think it is so important to look back on the fight they struggled through in order to truly appreciate the free and blessed life we live today.
Christina Burch
WILLIS GLASGOW
Senior journalism major from Northridge, Calif.
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Summer 2011
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