I have been reading Edgar Allen Beem’s columns for many years, and am continually grateful for his writing. We went to the same high school, although he graduated a little ahead of me. “When religious freedom is just bigotry” really nailed it. Edgar, thank you again. I have to listen almost daily to many people who do not have empathy, tolerance or compassion for the rest of humanity. Your voice continues to be refreshing, and to hold up a lamp for the rest of us.

Linda S. Bridges
Portland