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Biden Needs to Go Big to Rebuild America
There’s an easy way for Biden to help restart the U.S. economy, invest in infrastructure, and repair environmental damage: Revive the Civilian Conservation Corps.
In Global Development, Reasons for Post-COVID Optimism
A post-pandemic world will call for a more activist, community-centered approach to global development.
President Trump, My Father, and the American Love of Patriarchal Violence
I managed to rebuild my sense of self and safety starting the day I ran away from my father—only to then watch “him” win the White House in the guise of Donald Trump.
Pandemic Lessons from Japan: A Tradition of Considering Others
There’s a certain powerfulness to cultures that practice consideration and support during times of crisis.
For Asian Americans, Civic Participation Is Visibility
Organizing around the Census and the election amplified the voice and visibility of Asian Americans in Texas. And visibility is the key to creating belonging in a robust democracy.
The Beauty of Doing
“Minimum Viable Planet” is a weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad. This week, what it means TO BE OF USE.
Why Georgia Is Now on Everyone’s Mind
Activists in the Peach State showed us how local organizing can yield results. Can the rest of the nation follow their example?
Unions and LGBTQ Workers Could Be a Powerful Marriage
History has shown that people-power is one of the best ways to advance rights and win protections, especially when the courts are unreliable.
My Grandparents’ Redlining Story Shows Why We Must Do Better
As we face the impact of COVID-19, now is an opportune time to create equitable housing policies that can close the yawning gaps created by racial inequity.
How We the People Can Take Back the Country
From its origins in snobbery and slavery to our current dilemma of equity and equality, the Electoral College represents a lot of what is wrong with our democracy.
From Fear and Anger to Collective Purpose
There’s a way forward after the election, and it must involve having open and honest conversations about our hopes and fears.
The Kind of Heroes We Need to Actually Save the Planet
We can begin by embracing mythologies aimed at exalting environmental sustainability and social equality.
The Next Challenge: Keeping the Nation Together
No matter who wins the election, the results were not the repudiation of Trump's racism, authoritarianism, and corruption that America needed.
Coming to Terms With the Gruesome Truth of Who We Are
Watching hopes for a strong repudiation of Trumpism fade on election night forced me to take a long, hard look at this adopted country of mine.
How Celebrating the Day of the Dead Abroad Brought Me Home
Living in the United States, I came to understand the ancient Mexican tradition of honoring the dead.
Should You Have Kids Despite Climate Change?
This decision comes with the privileges of race, class, and citizenship status—which is why reproductive justice needs to be part of the climate conversation.
America Is Not a Democracy, But We Must Become One
The founders of this nation did many things, but establishing democracy was not one of them. That’s our job.
Climate Literacy Is Essential for Effective Change
We need to make it easier to understand basic climate science and emissions reductions.
In This Election, We Can’t Let Down Our Guard
There are some positive signs, but otherwise this is still the biggest trash fire of an election since… well, since 2016.
“Mr. Vice President, I Am Speaking”: A Culture of Interruption
Politics is a realm where men have been given a free hand to interrupt and talk over women. We can change this.
Trump Gets Socialized Health Care. What About the Rest of Us?
The president has free access to the best medical care in the world. There’s no reason why the rest of America shouldn’t get what their taxes pay for.
How to Stop a Coup
While keeping people focused on a strong, robust election process is a must, we also must prepare for the worst.
How to Nourish Your Resilience in a Time of Trauma
These daily actions can help heal your nervous system for right action instead of reaction.
Vanessa Nakate: America Needs to Lead on Climate Change
The 23-year-old Ugandan climate activist explains what the U.S. election will mean for the future of the planet.
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