Tag Archives: Activism

The Problem with Democracy

The Problem with Democracy

I’m guilty of it. You’re guilty of it. In fact, most of us are guilty of it. Guilty of apathy and ignorance. Guilty of blind faith that our political representatives will have our best interests at heart. Guilty of not educating ourselves on important issues beyond what can be included in a sound bite. GuiltyRead more:

I’m Calling You Out for Clean Air

I’m Calling You Out for Clean Air

You’re all worthless and weak. Every single one of you claim that you love your children and your families so much that you would do anything for them – you would protect them, advocate for them, even die for them. But you won’t lift a finger to protect one of their most precious resources: cleanRead more:

School Gardens Start with One Parent, One Teacher, One Class

“At Malcolm X Elementary School in Berkeley, twice per month, 400 children experience cross-disciplinary learning in the garden. It’s school under sky.” The Lunch Love Community Project is an open space documentary project by Helen De Michiel and Sophie Constantinou, produced by 30 Leaves Production, Citizen Film and Media Working Group.Read more:

Love Drop for February: Ethan & Alex

Love Drop for February: Ethan & Alex

Last month the Love Drop Team raised over $2,500 and boxes after boxes of goods and items to help Jill and her family get through a hard time in their lives (homelessness & financial worries). We did this in 1 month. All 400+ people came together and gave a few bucks each to impact one family’sRead more:

His Name is Dave

His Name is Dave

I see this guy almost everywhere I go. And almost every time, he sees me as well. Well, not the same guy. But the same type of guy. Down on his luck, needing a helping hand. Not down and out, drunk or wasted, insane or mentally disturbed. He’s generally a sober guy, about my ageRead more:

Are You a Mom on a Mission?

Are you a “Mom on a Mission”? Submit your story to win a trip to Los Angeles, stay in an eco-hotel & attend Healthy Child Healthy World’s Annual Award Gala!Read more:

The PB&J Campaign: Saving the Planet, One Meal at a Time

I’ve got a thing about peanut butter. I love it, almost to a fault. So what better way to start off the new year than with a post about peanut butter? And not just about peanut butter, but about reducing the environmental destruction that comes as a result of our dietary choices.Read more:

A Season of Giving

On Christmas Day, I found myself thinking about how fortunate I am. When I look at the condition of so many of our brothers and sisters around the world, I know that we can do more, give more, and share more with others. The holiday season has been described as the ‘Season of Giving’, andRead more:

Hank D and the Bee: Protecting our Trees

Visit Joe’s cartoon archive.Read more:

Calling All Bloggers: Blogcampaign 2009 against Child Pornography

If you have a blog, please consider pledging to post about saying no to child pornography on November 20th, World Youth Day. As a father, I’m disgusted by the thought of these sick people searching for, and finding, child pornography on the web. And even more so by the thought of the kids that areRead more:

Powerful Video: Moms Against Climate Change

Read more: