Six Questions For Every Activist
In my 50 years of showing up and speaking up, these questions have come back to me time and again: 1) Are my current efforts the most productive use of my time as an activist? Activists march. Time marches on. Use it well. Make it count. 2) Do I have the facts I need in order to advance my position on my issue? Strong feelings are good. Facts and feelings together are even better. 3) Have I thought through all the possible ways I can create change on this issue? Activists must adapt. If we seek change, we must be willing to change. 4) Am I making effective use of all the resources, contacts, networks, ideas, and strategies available to me? There are others who agree with you.…