Historically the swastika was an oft-used symbol of divinity and spirituality by many religions stretching by thousands of years. More recently, it was corrupted by the Nazis and became a symbol of their hatred and anger. Along with their corrupted symbol, the Nazis pursued a philosophy of divide and conquer in their drive for power and control.
Acts of hate hurt us, one and all. These actions of painting swastikas, whether by ignorant children or hate-filled persons, are directed at our friends and neighbors in the Jewish Community in a way that conjures undead ghosts of the past. The only way to fight hate is to shine our lights brighter by standing with those being targeted, supporting each other and raising our voices against the darkness. The vandalism in Laconia involving the use of Swastikas in unacceptable. Please support our friends in the vigil being held in Laconia on Sunday October 2nd at 1pm at Opechee Park.
