Earning the vote of Black American voters requires acknowledgment of our issues and proposed solutions in front of every audience—not just those flooded with Black faces. Without it, Trump can win.
Local power
Along with community care, accountability, and the disruption of oppressive systems.
A weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad. This week, circle back to this email.
Or just get around to it right now!
When the Trump Administration fails the test of guiding the nation during a crisis, local officials have picked up the reins of power—for better or for worse.
Volunteer crisis responses are crucial in an emergency. But can they make lasting change?
Our shared survival requires closing the gap forever, not just in an emergency moment.
“When you have humans and you have heart, you’re pretty much used to doing what you have to do to make things happen.”
The efforts range from a Slack chat community connecting people around the world to suggestions about what to do with your stimulus check.
Our social safety net and the government’s response so far have been woefully inadequate for addressing a national emergency.
Sustainable examples of a new system are emerging.
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