'We are taught to be afraid of the dark. 
We are taught to be afraid of difference. We are taught to be afraid of each other. 
We are taught to be afraid. Period.

Difference is a construct. Difference separates us. 

Separation makes it possible to harm one another and feel justified in doing so. 

There are differences between us. 

That’s what makes us beautiful. Differences can be feared or respected;

 honored or betrayed. 

Difference is often used against the “different…'