Gordimer

In the story “Amensty” by Nadine Gordimer, we were able to feel the implications of fighting for what you believe in.  The narrator of this story was the wife of a man that joined a union and began voicing his opinion about his civil rights.  His wife was stuck on a farm waiting for his return after being arrested for his part in the protesting.  The story shows how sad and lonely it can be for both the one fighting for their beliefs and how it affects the ones that love them.  

I have never personally been apart of any kind of real life demonstration although I would like help support some issues that deal with Americans and our civil liberties.  I have written about the gay movement many times before and how a majority of the readings are closely tided to what is happening in our present time.  I am a follower of what is being done to help make American citizens feel as if they are apart of this country and not feel as if they are excluded from opportunities because of their sexual preference.  I feel as if everyone can voice their opinion on any subject but at the end of the day everyone should feel as equal as everyone else in their country. 

I agree with this text and how her husband was willing to jeopardize his family and reputation in order to stand for what he considers to be right although I do feel bad for her because of her suffering.  If there weren’t people like him in this world we would not have overcome different political and social issues like we have.  I give praise to people who had and have enough courage to speak against what they believe to be wrong and help change the structure of life. 

I enjoyed reading this story and being able to comprehend how both the husband and wife were thinking.  Their actions throughout the store spoke loudly of their character and demonstrated how the lives of people who go through these situations may be like.  I enjoyed all of the writings from Gordimer but felt a closer to this particular text.  I would recommend this text to anyone, especially if they are interested in how people take on the roll of helping make a change.