I am not opposed to activism. Essentially, it is simply the refusal of people with ideas to allow those ideas to go unheard. Of course it is good to actively pursue the improvement of the world we live in. And there are so many aspects of this life that have room for improvement that activism does not need to be limited to national political headlines or local recycling programs. What is important to you? What issues do you think deserve immediate attention? Does it matter whether the end goal is possible to achieve in your lifetime or are you content to contribute toward a goal that only your great-grandchildren and future generations will see?
My hobby horse of late on this blog and on my Facebook page has been the matter of being respectful and thoughtful as we pursue whatever it is that we pursue. It is a distraction from the point of activism when people do not respect one another and do not invest the mental energy to understand opposing viewpoints. So be active and be nice.
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