Working on the themes I was interested in, through the context of a particular family, was a very economical way of dealing with a lot of the issues I was concerned with.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I'm interested in themes that endure from generation to generation.
Sometimes, I have themes that interest me or that touch on larger issues but, really, I'm just trying to figure out the plot, or how the characters work. I'm trying to make the best story I possibly can.
Basically, I'm motivated to write about sociopolitical issues as well as relationships. I think those themes have stayed with me throughout my life.
I identified in a very deep way with the individuals I was writing about because the theme that runs through this story is of extraordinary hardship and the will to overcome it.
I started working at Focus on the Family doing debates and media and cultural studies.
I grew up in a family in which political issues were often discussed, and debated intensely.
I'm focusing on the issues that bring people together and build broad majorities.
I'm drawn to projects where I play these really complicated characters, but also where I can have some type of influence on affecting what we see as societal norms.
The economy made me focus on designing more must-haves.
I get very driven by certain themes and ideas.
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