As progressives, we love to recycle. But when it comes to creating change, the dominant wisdom used to be downright wasteful. Check out our 2009 Annual Report to learn more!
In discussing the surge of participation by different
demographic groups in this election, it is easy for the enormous increase in
Latino civic participation to get lost in the shuffle. However, it
was one of the important ones, and crucial in the outcome of the
election.
Warning that communities of color will likely
be excluded from new, green-collar jobs created in the rush to "green" the American economy, author and activist Van Jones proposes an opportunity to save the earth and renew our communities.
Last year, I was honored to accept the Distinguished Minnesotan Award given posthumomously to Paul and Sheila Wellstone at the Bemidji State University Commencement. As graduation time rolls around again, here are some thoughts on engaging in politics and public life.
In her work with various community organizations, Erika has advocated, consulted, and facilitated in the following areas: School readiness, prenatal care, interpreter, children's special needs, reproductive health, domestic abuse, nutrition, lead testing and healthy living.
