Activism
Human futures can never be merely about more technology, comfort and convenience. We have to open a space for people to move inward and develop an understanding of their minds at a first-person level. Some futurists think that a future where we can load our minds onto computers will be a utopia. Personally, I think that even if this is done, if those ‘minds’ remains as unconscious and ego-based as the vast majority we encounter on the internet today, all that we will get is a cyber-dystopia. A universe of ranting mental projections raging against… well, the machine. A machine in which we have imprisoned ourselves.
“We believe that Google should not be in the business of war,” wrote the employees. “Therefore we ask that Project Maven be canceled, and that Google draft, publicize, and enforce a clear policy stating that neither Google nor its contractors will ever build warfare technology.”
The great Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu knew that actions born of anger lead to further muddling of circumstances. He also understood that a truly effective warrior comes from a place of radical acceptance of what is, for this is the central message of Taoism.
We live simultaneously in two realities: in the reality of global war, and in another reality, which we call the “Sacred Matrix.” To “Defend the Sacred” was and remains the motto for the Sioux in the Dakotas. The planetary community of the future will develop out of a complex network of autonomous communities, built on the basis of the Sacred Matrix.
March for Our Lives represents perhaps the beginnings of a intersectional movement for broader social transformation.
A look at recent news headlines may have made you feel discouraged and wonder if any of your activism activities are making a genuine difference. This downtrodden feeling is often referred to as activism fatigue.
In addition to Saturday’s “March for Our Lives” event in Washington, D.C. and “sibling marches” in American cities, protests were staged in many cities around the world—including Tokyo, Sydney, Geneva, and Mumbai—where supporters marched in solidarity with U.S. students.
The spirit of resistance exemplified by Standing Rock can easily be found in the half-dozen or so other pipeline battles across the United States. Beyond that, the movement amplified the greater struggle worldwide: treaty rights, sacred sites, and the overall stand to protect Indigenous land and life.
Reportedly, Jessica Pearce became inspired to help those down on their luck when her partner accidentally stumbled upon a Melbourne street that was flooded with homeless people on old mattresses and in sleeping bags. At first, they both handed out $20 and $50 bills to those they met. They didn’t feel it was enough, however.
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“The shocking events that fill us with dread today can transform us, and they can transform the world for the better,” Naomi Klein says. “But first we need to picture the world that we’re fighting for. And we have to dream it up together.”
John Salley – “There’s not going to be a dead animal in my refrigerator!” Four time NBA champion John Salley, admittedly a former “carnivore” decided to do a complete switch-a-roo many years ago and become a vegan. He’s since become outspoken as a wellness guru and advocate for animal rights including his work with PETA. […]
Rather than vaccinate their children, parents in Queensland, Australia have created their own group childcare arrangements and are now devising their own combined homeschooling system. This is decentralization par excellence. If like-minded parents in other countries take notice and launch their own communities, who knows how strong this movement could become? Islands of resistance—but more than that. New answers, new strategies, new victories. And ongoing proof that parents can raise healthy children without vaccinations.
The V4CR group, which is in the process of forming a 501c3 non-profit, was started by Former Navy SEAL Craig Sawyer and their aim is simple — expose child trafficking across the nation and save children from torture.
The “Agenda for Good Jobs, Sustainable Prosperity, and Economic Justice” has been signed by more than 70 prominent progressives. It declares “both major political parties have allowed the wealthy and the giant corporations to exercise far too much influence in American life.” The agenda’s 11 points address: building a green economy by retooling the U.S. energy system; …
In this perilous moment, let us pause to register some good news. The three conditions humans need to accomplish what might seem impossible are met. Democracy is essential. It is possible. And achieving it is a daring and noble calling in which a rising Democracy Movement enables each of us to enlarge our lives with power, meaning, and connection. In other words, we have what it takes to make history.
