What We Can Do

I know the personal is political but if we're being honest with ourselves most artwork doesn't have a direct and tangible impact on creating political change. And that's okay. Of course there's great exceptions to this but for the rest of us there are other ways :)

               Vote

Obviously. Once every 2 years grab and carpool with your friends/family/co-workers and take them to vote. 

Find a reasonably transparent and well vetted cause of your choice!

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I'd suggest setting up a budget friendly monthly donation to several. That way it's no hassle and long lasting.

Don't like domestic terrorist groups? Good! "SPLC is internationally known for its legal victories against white supremacists and its tracking of hate groups. Throughout its history, SPLC has worked to make the nation's Constitutional ideals a reality. The SPLC legal department fights all forms of discrimination and works to protect society's most vulnerable members, handling innovative cases that few lawyers are willing to take. The SPLC Intelligence Project monitors hate groups and tracks extremist activity throughout the U.S. 

Tend to like animals more than humans? Me too! "Dedicated to alleviating suffering inflicted on animals by humans"

Want to protect the earth from how terribly humans are screwing it up? Good! "The climate crisis is immense –– we must be daring and courageous in response. We embrace experiments and new solutions, recognizing that this crisis requires innovative ways of solving problems."

Want important cases to be brought before the Supreme court? Good! "The Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) has been involved in more cases before the U.S. Supreme Court than any organization except the U.S. Department of Justice. Although LDF works primarily through the courts, its strategies include advocacy, educational outreach, legislation monitoring, coalition building and policy research."

Like it or not this is the world's encyclopedia of information now and it's the most popular version we got.

      PS1 (Iowa City)

This is an amazing model for local change through the arts. 

It's also extremely healthy & fun to find ways to become a part of your local community. I like playing chess so I started taking my chess mat to my local park, for example (I've since moved but keep a mat & set in my car :). You could also go to the community center and bring some paper, pencils, and a sign, books, etc. Get outside of the introverted art bubble!