Margot's Legacy: Our Call to Action
Who's the task falling upon, Margot, now?
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Margot Friedlaender, the indomitable ambassador of human spirit, has breathed her last. Yet her tales, her wisdom, her passion—they linger, calling upon us to carry on her mission. For we are all human.
My Insta feed this past week was a tsunami of Margot selfies— a testament to the enduring impact she's made on ordinary lives, like mine. But her selfies were no mere fashion flash; they were a silent plea, an invitation, to delve deep into her journey. I had the privilege of conducting that dive three times, each time leaving more enlightened and inspired.
The cavalcade of the esteemed at a private event in Potsdam was nothing compared to the magnetic aura that was Margot. Back then, in 2022, I found myself at a loss, achingly far from my daughter. The sun setting spectacularly, music echoing across the lake, and Igor Levit's piano filling the cool air. Amidst the whirlwind, I felt drawn to the woman who held the entire crowd captive, her gaze falling on everyone around her. I needed to know who she was—the woman who had kept all those influential men entranced.
Pushing through the crowd, I finally laid eyes on her. Margot, tiny yet powerful, her eyes sparkling with kindness and a smile that radiantly spread warmth. Her tales, her battles, her wisdom—all freely shared, with a spirit that never faltered even in her twilight years.
The Next Chapter
The echoes of Margot's compelling life story still resonate, but a question now looms as she takes her final bow: What lies next? I recently had a heart-to-heart conversation with Berlin's very own Mayor, Kai Wegner. His ardent focus? To embody and extend the work Margot tirelessly pursued with vigor and joy.
Indeed, the Margot Friedlaender Foundation remains in capable hands under the stewardship of Karsten Dreinhofer. However, a woman of such charisma, such wealth of experiences, such resolute will to pass them on—such a woman will not be easily replaced.
A Bitter Twist of History
As Margot took her dying breath, she echoed a sorrowful refrain: "This is how it started then." A Holocaust survivor, witness to the horrors her family and countless others endured, she couldn't shake the painful reality of the resurgent antisemitism that persists within parts of modern-day Germany. A ghostly reminder of the past—an eerie specter that refuses to fade.
It's a disturbing thought that the same ignorance, the same intolerance that allowed the rise of the Nazis still haunts our society. Could we have stopped it? Can we now? The fire and fury within Margot fuelled her unceasing quest for education, tolerance, and compassion. It's on us now to keep that flame burning bright.
TV Reports → Rabbi Bids Farewell to Margot Friedlaender → Patrons Take Leave of Margot Friedlaender → A Solemn Farewell for Margot Friedlaender
- Antisemitism, Berlin, Holocaust, History, Community
Lost in the darkness, we long for a beacon of hope. A vision of unity, empathy, and a reminder of our shared humanity—one that burns strong enough to outshine the shadows. But if each of us could channel just a fraction of Margot's spirit, we'd continue her work— we'd be that beacon.
Margot Friedlaender, may you rest in peace. But not in silence. Because as long as we remember, as long as we teach, and as long as we strive for a world forged from compassion, your legacy lives on.
This is our call to arms. This is our call to be human.
Source: ntv.de
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- As we bid farewell to Margot Friedlaender, a champion of human spirit, her community encourages us to continue the work she started.
- From fashion-and-beauty selfies to heartfelt conversations, Margot's influence can be seen in every corner of our lifestyle.
- Education-and-self-development was a key focus in Margot's employment policy, inspiring many to seek personal-growth opportunities.
- Political leaders like Mayor Kai Wegner plan to uphold the principles set forth by Margot, demonstrating the importance of careers-development within politics.
- Entertainment and celebrities also paid tribute to Margot, highlighting the role pop-culture plays in shaping general-news narratives.
- Margot's action against crime-and-justice injustices serves as a reminder of the critical correlation between a fair society and community policy.
- Sports and sports-betting were significant aspects of Margot's life, teaching us the value of teamwork and resilience in the face of challenges.
- As we grapple with the resurgence of antisemitism and intolerance, we remember Margot's life as a call to action, inspiring unity and empathy within our social-media communities.
