I just belatedly discovered this elegant article, and am disappointed to see the few claps. I have rated Medium more intelligent than this meager response indicates.
I offer my congratulations on your courageously well written essay, and immediately feel the frustration that our still primitive society requires courage to tell THE TRUTH!!!
Keep it up my friend. We desperately need you , Dean, Jeffery, and perhaps most of all, your gifted wife.
I sincerely thank you.