Farrar, Straus&Cudahy | Books & Magazines, Antiquarian & Collectible | eBay!0. CEV From the time of John the Baptist until now, violent people have been trying to take over the kingdom of heaven by force.The Violent Bear It Away-Flannery O'Connor, 1960. The boy's uncle has two wishes before his own death - that Francis give him a Christian burial, and that Francis baptize his young, mentally disabled cousin.From the time of Yochanan the Immerser until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been suffering violence yes, violent ones are trying to snatch it away. 4.The violent bear it away In O'Connor's 1960 novel, Francis is kidnapped by his mentally ill uncle Mason Tarwater, who raises the child to believe they are both Christian prophets. I believe we are very fortunate that a person with John O'Connor's experience and quiet integrity has offered to step forward and serve our community as a county commissioner. I believe John has the interest, tenacity and strength of character that not only generates good decisions, but implements them as well.Īlthough I may not agree with John on every issue, I believe he is a candidate who will listen, gather facts, sort out issues, make reasonable decisions and provide sound leadership as a citizens' representative. His business experience will be an asset to routine county management.

I believe John O'Connor has the vision to lead Boundary County forward developing policies which will benefit future generations. John leads by example.Ĭounty growth, changing circumstances and lean economic times present our community with challenges including zoning and solid waste management. I have always found him to be a good listener and politely respectful. John O'Connor has high standards, is focused, detail-oriented, honest and consistent. John is a positive constant on Main Street, operating his business in an attractive and dependable manner. My knowledge of John is drawn from a 25-year acquaintance as a fellow Main Street merchant and as a frequent Bonners Books customer. I believe John O'Connor has what it takes to serve as a Boundary County Commissioner.

Believe by John F Connor