History shows that think-pieces are not only valuable to readers, but also to our national consciousness and the power of our democracies. They can incite, excite, and recite our deepest values, and some of my most profound ideas have stemmed from well-written think pieces in publications such as those you mentioned in this excellent article.

I hope you continue to share your expertise on this matter and others, because it was extremely timely for me, and provided a big boost of encouragement as I embark upon several research projects of my own. Thank you for writing and publishing this!