Throughout his award winning, groundbreaking lifetime of work as a courageous journalist, author, and advocate for our democracy, Bill Moyers inspired us to be steadfast in defending the freedoms specifically guaranteed in the Declaration of Independence while also recognizing that our democracy and its founding documents and principles created a far from perfect union.
Read More“Action is the antidote to despair”
I find this statement by the legendary activist/songwriter, Joan Baez, to be particularly relevant and inspiring in this time when it’s so easy to fall into despair. It’s time for action! Time to stop the handwringing and worse, the silence, about what is happening in the US that is having an impact everywhere in the world.
Read More‘Action is the antidote to despair’
As Joan Baez, one of my favorite songwriters/performers/activists from my political ‘coming of age’ era, once said, "Action is the antidote to despair." Tomorrow is Election Day in the United States, and voting is one action we can all take as US citizens — and a privilege for every person living in a democratic country — to fend off the despair so easily experienced given the wars, the violence, and the rollback on rights in so many places today.
Read MoreFearless Women Fighting for Democracy
Today is Belarus Freedom Day. We must all stand in solidarity with the brave women of Belarus. These women are my definition of fearless in their defense of their freedoms and the democratic process.
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Voters in Kansas turned out to strike down a state constitution amendment that would have allowed legislators to severely restrict abortion access in the state. (Photo: Kansas.com via Twitter)
Democracy is the Best Revenge
The Kansas vote reminds us that there is hope in action. Only 94 days stand between us and the November midterm elections. This week, I share a guide from "The Uprising" highlighting races to watch and candidates to support in the midterms.
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