A new message from your friends at People For the American Way.
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Friend,

One week ago marked two years since we lost our founder, Norman Lear. His
daughter, Kate, shared a beautiful reflection on his life and the values
he so authentically lived – generosity, curiosity, humor, and a deep
belief in the promise of this country. I hope you’ll take a moment to read
it.

[ [link removed] ]Read Kate Lear’s op-ed here >>

Norman’s presence is felt so deeply here at People For the American Way. I
feel it every time we confront a challenge, every time we speak out
against injustice, and every time our community shows up for the work
ahead. He had an extraordinary ability to ground people during difficult
moments, reminding us that progress is possible when we refuse to give in
to despair.

His “over and next” philosophy has stayed with me. It wasn’t just a clever
expression. It was Norman’s compass – a way of acknowledging the tough
times without being defined by them and then choosing to move forward with
purpose. It’s a mindset I find myself returning to often, especially now.

Because the truth is: we are living through one of the most toxic
political climates in generations. The cruelty and division fueling the
MAGA movement have taken a toll on our country. But when I imagine how
Norman would respond to this moment, I don’t feel discouraged. I feel
motivated. There is simply no doubt in my mind – he would be all in. He
would be organizing, encouraging, challenging, and finding new ways to
bring people together.

That conviction is why he created People For the American Way. He believed
that extremism had to be met with courage, clarity, and community. He used
to say, “There’s not a single day that I don’t pick up the newspaper and
think, ‘Thank God, we have People For the American Way.’” Every time I
think of that line, I’m struck by the responsibility and the privilege of
carrying this work forward.

Norman faced down extremism, and he never lost faith in the American
people. His legacy is something we live every day. It’s a reminder that
each of us has a role in shaping the future and that our collective
resilience is stronger than the divisions being stoked around us.

Kate’s reflection captures that spirit beautifully. I hope you’ll read her
words and carry forward that same spark – the optimism, the humanity, the
belief that the next step is always worth taking.

[ [link removed] ]Read the full op-ed here >>

With gratitude,

Svante Myrick
President
People For the American Way

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