Thank you Olivia, two simple words, yet they hold so much meaning when said with complete sincerity. Please don't ever think for one moment that your decision to speak truth to power is anything less than miraculous. I respect you, I admire you and after following you for sometime now, I can say that I like you too 😉
I don’t think I actually knew at what point you left Trump’s administration. I remember you during the 2024 campaign supporting Harris and trying to get the message out of a future that you could clearly see coming. I didn’t realize that you left in September of 2020. I can’t even image the horror you must’ve felt watching Jan 6 happening. You are incredibly brave and an inspiration to people who share your values. Thank you for doing the right thing when so few could.
Thank you Olivia for being the living embodiment of all that America stands for, and showing relentless courage, integrity, honor and commitment to our fundamental American ideals throughout your career. Over the past five years you've been truly tested, and shown the world what you are made of. That when things were hardest for you personally, you still chose to do the right and honorable things, regardless of personal cost. You are a hero.....Full stop. You are the truest of Patriots.......Full stop.
As a life-long Democrat, and one who appreciates and respects so many of the Republican Party values (balancing budgets, Bulwark again Russian aggression, adherence to the constitution, freedom of speech, the party of Lincoln) it is sickening to watch this current administration and Congress abandon pretty much every one of the party's core tenants and ideals. Everything is literally upside down, exhibiting a stunning display of cowardice, fecklessness, weakness and fear.
We are so far beyond political party now, we are in a the fight for the very soul of our nation.
Thank you for all you are doing - it does take courage and I don’t want to be silent anymore! It is painful watching the fear that so prevalent in the republican senators and representatives, CEO’s, media outlets, etc. it has been such a shock to me that these powerful, intelligent people can acquiesce to such evil!!!
So many of your columns have been keepers, but this one stands out, both as testimony to your difficult journey and as a challenge to all those people who are afraid to take a step out of what they have to know is a very bad situation for the country.
Strange, isn't it, how so many revere and celebrate those who in 1776 pledged to each other "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor," and those who in the almost 250 years that followed have stood up, risked everything, and often given their lives for the principles and promise of the United States of America -- but hide in the shadows when their own times call them to do likewise.
Thank you for standing up, taking the risks, and being an inspiration to us all.
Olivia, I continue to admire your courage, and your presence in this time of distress in our country. Your voice is one I know I can trust, one I know truly understands what is happening in the White House. Thank you so much for doing what you do!!
The return of Jimmy after we stood up to ABC & Disney is evidence that the people cannot be silenced! We will keep standing up for the America that we want and deserve! I hope that you gained strength from that one small but meaningful win for us. The world is seeing what is happening to America and I think that they are shocked. This is a difficult time, but we will get through it if we stay strong.
I am not an American, I feel for your country and it's people.
I wonder, as many possibly do. What will happen if and hopefully when the trump regime loses control of the machinations of government. How long will it take for the country to reform or will it return to a semblance of America?
Thank you. You've given me a better understanding of how difficult it is to change sides even when you know there is no other choice. I'm glad you have no regrets even though the consequences are still ongoing. I'm certain that you made the right decision.
Thank you for standing up for the truth. It's going to take everyone to stand up to the lies and the authoritarian rule that is slowly, quietly, forcing itself on all Americans.
Tears came to my eyes as I read your piece, feeling such sadness for the state our country is in. Thank you for your voice and for all you are doing. Sending you strength and positive energy as you walk this walk. Please know you are most definitely supported.
Well written. I feel your pain but also your determination. I stand behind you 100%
You are a hero Olivia 🇺🇸❤️
Thank you Olivia, two simple words, yet they hold so much meaning when said with complete sincerity. Please don't ever think for one moment that your decision to speak truth to power is anything less than miraculous. I respect you, I admire you and after following you for sometime now, I can say that I like you too 😉
Right? I’d love to meet her! Come to the beach, Olivia. Think you’re in DC. I’m in Bethany!
I don’t think I actually knew at what point you left Trump’s administration. I remember you during the 2024 campaign supporting Harris and trying to get the message out of a future that you could clearly see coming. I didn’t realize that you left in September of 2020. I can’t even image the horror you must’ve felt watching Jan 6 happening. You are incredibly brave and an inspiration to people who share your values. Thank you for doing the right thing when so few could.
Thank you Olivia for being the living embodiment of all that America stands for, and showing relentless courage, integrity, honor and commitment to our fundamental American ideals throughout your career. Over the past five years you've been truly tested, and shown the world what you are made of. That when things were hardest for you personally, you still chose to do the right and honorable things, regardless of personal cost. You are a hero.....Full stop. You are the truest of Patriots.......Full stop.
As a life-long Democrat, and one who appreciates and respects so many of the Republican Party values (balancing budgets, Bulwark again Russian aggression, adherence to the constitution, freedom of speech, the party of Lincoln) it is sickening to watch this current administration and Congress abandon pretty much every one of the party's core tenants and ideals. Everything is literally upside down, exhibiting a stunning display of cowardice, fecklessness, weakness and fear.
We are so far beyond political party now, we are in a the fight for the very soul of our nation.
Thanks to you for leading this charge, Olivia.
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you for all you are doing - it does take courage and I don’t want to be silent anymore! It is painful watching the fear that so prevalent in the republican senators and representatives, CEO’s, media outlets, etc. it has been such a shock to me that these powerful, intelligent people can acquiesce to such evil!!!
So many of your columns have been keepers, but this one stands out, both as testimony to your difficult journey and as a challenge to all those people who are afraid to take a step out of what they have to know is a very bad situation for the country.
Strange, isn't it, how so many revere and celebrate those who in 1776 pledged to each other "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor," and those who in the almost 250 years that followed have stood up, risked everything, and often given their lives for the principles and promise of the United States of America -- but hide in the shadows when their own times call them to do likewise.
Thank you for standing up, taking the risks, and being an inspiration to us all.
I agree 100%.
Olivia, I continue to admire your courage, and your presence in this time of distress in our country. Your voice is one I know I can trust, one I know truly understands what is happening in the White House. Thank you so much for doing what you do!!
The return of Jimmy after we stood up to ABC & Disney is evidence that the people cannot be silenced! We will keep standing up for the America that we want and deserve! I hope that you gained strength from that one small but meaningful win for us. The world is seeing what is happening to America and I think that they are shocked. This is a difficult time, but we will get through it if we stay strong.
Thank you for your courage and determination! You have thousands behind you!
We LOVE you, Olivia - plain and simple!
Dear Olivia
I am not an American, I feel for your country and it's people.
I wonder, as many possibly do. What will happen if and hopefully when the trump regime loses control of the machinations of government. How long will it take for the country to reform or will it return to a semblance of America?
Many of us in the U.S. are wondering the same thing.
Thank you. You've given me a better understanding of how difficult it is to change sides even when you know there is no other choice. I'm glad you have no regrets even though the consequences are still ongoing. I'm certain that you made the right decision.
Thank you for standing up for the truth. It's going to take everyone to stand up to the lies and the authoritarian rule that is slowly, quietly, forcing itself on all Americans.
I totally support you, your ideas and your actions. No Kings!
Tears came to my eyes as I read your piece, feeling such sadness for the state our country is in. Thank you for your voice and for all you are doing. Sending you strength and positive energy as you walk this walk. Please know you are most definitely supported.