As the members of Pacifica Institute in Silicon Valley, our hearts, thoughts, personal and communal prayers all go out to the people of Japan in the midst of this terrible tragedy.

We feel close to your distress, sadness, and fear for what happened in Japan. Close ties with our Japanese friends have helped us understand the wisdom, solidity, and diligence of the people of Japan. We believe Japan will recover from this tragedy as an even stronger nation.

May God bless Japan and it’s people and help you in this time of hardship.