72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly

September 19, 2017

Dear President Trump or Anyone Who Cares!

Can we talk about the word "but" again. It is a very contrary word and alerts the listeners (usually subconsciously at this point) that whatever was said directly before is incorrect or should be dismissed. Read it again and think about it.

Let's look at some phrases.
I love you but
Sure we can go but
We are great friends but

Can you feel that negative vibe?

Check this out
I love you and
Sure we can go and
We are great friends and

See, it really doesn't feel the same. The next time you give a speech or notes or tweet maybe you could replace "but" with "and".

I challenge to read this paragraph out loud with both options.

But each day also brings news of growing dangers that threaten everything we cherish and value.  Terrorists and extremists have gathered strength and spread to every region of the planet.  Rogue regimes represented in this body not only support terrorists but threaten other nations and their own people with the most destructive weapons known to humanity. 

And each day also brings news of growing dangers that threaten everything we cherish and value.  Terrorists and extremists have gathered strength and spread to every region of the planet.  Rogue regimes represented in this body not only support terrorists but threaten other nations and their own people with the most destructive weapons known to humanity. 

There is a difference. Use and to communicate.

Trenna