Garry Trudeau

I don't think so, but it's always in the back of my mind that many of the soldiers being wounded and killed in Iraq are about the same age as my kids. My godson is going over soon, so the war's about to get personal for me.

American Cartoonist

The term 'godson' originates from Christian ceremonies where a godparent is chosen for a child.

Ceremonial Origin

'Godson' implies a lifelong commitment and relationship beyond the baptism ceremony.

Enduring Connection

Being a godson does not grant legal rights or responsibilities, it's more of a spiritual and personal bond.

Not Legal Status

 you're two to four times more likely to be targeted for that force than if you're white. But it also comes from knowing what those statistics feel like. I've experienced the fear of seeing an officer unclip their gun and the panic of realizing that someone might mistake my 13-year-old godson as old enough to be a threat.

How we can make racism a...

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