This is my personal activist blog. I write about my activist activities, including the peace ☮ movment, Green Party, politics and other progressive endeavors.
Pledge to Life
I pledge allegiance to all life in its interdependent diversity; and to the Planet upon which it exists, one World, under the sky, undividable with harmony and balance for all. ~~~~~~~~~~~ The sunflower is my favorite plant. Aside from its many uses (food, oil, etc.), it is a symbol of hope, peace, and nonviolence. I have a dedicated personal page on sunflowers. The link is in my list of links below. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Get all the posts on Utah Blogs daily at ~~~~~~~~~~~ UTAH LEGISLATURE WATCH ~~~~~~~~~~~ Utah Peace House ~~~~~~~~~~~ Motion to Support Resources for Families Impacted by Incarceration ~~~~~~~~~~~
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I just learned of this Amnesty International music project called Make Some Noise. Here is the story: High-profile international artists. Classic Lennon tracks. United for human rights. This is Make Some Noise - a mix of music, celebration and action in support of Amnesty International. Music can change the world, but only with your voice. ( Read more... )
Today Amnesty sent out an invitation for folks to give an Amnesty International gift membership for the holidays. Here is the message: The holiday season is here, and what better present for your loved ones than an Amnesty International gift membership? Especially if their truest holiday wish is dignity and human rights for all people around the world. ( Read more... )