Utah's Mitt Romney became the first Republican senator to march in the anti-racism protests inspired by the murder of George Floyd. Democratic senators Kamala Harris and Elizabeth Warren have been spotted at demonstrations in recent days.
Romney marched with a group of Christian Evangelicals in Washington, D.C on Sunday. He was hard to notice in the march as he was wearing an N95 mask that obscured most of his face.
Before the march, he attended the Christians' rally where Reverend Thabiti Anyabwile, pastor of the Anacostia River Church, called for political unity in the fight against racism.
"We don't have to settle for half the coin," Anyabwile said. "We're Democrats and Republicans."
Romney said in an interview that he wanted to find "a way to end violence and brutality, and to make sure that people understand that black lives matter."
He backed that statement up with a selfie he took at the rally.
The day before the protest, Romney paid tribute to his father, George, who was a supporter of civil rights when he was the governor of Michigan in the '60s.
"Ten percent of our citizens are not free to choose where they will work, where they will live, where they will vacation and, often, where they will go to school," George Romney said in 1963 while calling for a civil rights commission.
"This is a continuation of injustice in the sight of God and man," he added.
The elder Romney's support of civil rights ran contrary to his religious beliefs. The Church of Latter-Day Saints has a long-standing history of anti-black racism. For more than 100 years black people were barred from worshiping in Mormon temples.
It was said they have "less righteous souls" than white people.
George Romney's support for civil rights wasn't uncommon for a Republican in the early '60s. But soon after the Civil Rights Act was signed by President Lyndon Johnson in 1964, conservative Democrats in the south fled the party and became Republicans.
Conversely, many African-Americans and northern Republicans switched to the Democratic party.
Mitt Romney's decision to march provoked President Trump who sarcastically claimed that Romney marched with "tremendous sincerity." He then followed his jibe with the usual critique he lobs at his rivals.
"Hard to believe, with this kind of political talent," Trump wrote, "his numbers would 'tank' so badly in Utah!"
Romney raised the ire of some Utah Republicans after becoming the first he first U.S. Senator in history to vote to remove a president form his own party from office. He currently has a 56% approval rating in the state.
Trump's current approval rating in Utah stands at 48%.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.