Letter from Frank 'Parky' Grace to Gloria Xifaras Clark
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Expects to be back in Massachusetts soon, still waiting for the judge to set a date. The system has failed all of us, but Parky does not see the people having failed him. Asks if Gloria can help Robbin find work. Wonders if he knows what the word love means any more."Here in this prison they make components which are used for military hardware. The prisoners who make these things get a pretty good wage. I could make nearly $300 dollars a month but instead I make $14.00 a month. And was making as little as $6.00 a month, and I'm prepared to do with $0.00 a month. So I sacrifice, or make sacrifices to show my love for the people. I'm telling the government loud and clear, 'take your money and shove it up your ass. If you gave me a million dollars I still ain't going to build a part for your missiles... Just being the person I am takes a lot of work and dedication. I read somewhere once that a revolutionary is guided thru s/he love for the people. So I try to show my love thru my everyday action..."
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