Learning from History: “Upholding and Enforcing Unjust Laws Isn’t Moral”
One of the Core Principles of the People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond (PISAB) islearning from history. This principle states, “History is a tool for effective organizing. Understanding the lessons of history allows us to create a more humane future.” … Continue reading Learning from History: “Upholding and Enforcing Unjust Laws Isn’t Moral”
In Order to Get Practical, We Need Utopian Thinking
“If we are wrong, God Almighty is wrong. If we are wrong, Jesus of Nazareth was merely a utopian dreamer that never came down to earth.” – Martin Luther King Jr., “MIA Mass Meeting” “My best thinking got me here.” … Continue reading In Order to Get Practical, We Need Utopian Thinking
Yes, there is only one Race, the Human Race, but…
It’s likely that we’ve all heard someone say something like, “We don’t have all these races. There’s only one race… the human race.” While that may, in essence, be true, American values and social norms have established structures that sort … Continue reading Yes, there is only one Race, the Human Race, but…
Cognitive Inertia
Cognitive Inertia The term “cognitive inertia” describes the motivation for an individual to begin adapting to change (Kidwai, 2022). For example, an individual chooses a goal to improve a specific area of their lifestyle, such as reducing the number of … Continue reading Cognitive Inertia
History Lessons for Today
My work in systemic racism aims to educate the most resistant “white” individuals about adopting an antiracist lifestyle. Some may call my approach “white” centering, but as a “white” person, I believe it is neither my place nor appropriate to … Continue reading History Lessons for Today
Reflections Under the Apple Tree
Instead of giving in to cynicism and division, let’s move forward with the confidence and optimism and unity that defines us as a people. President Barack Obama While researching the Civil War and the meeting at Appomattox between General Robert … Continue reading Reflections Under the Apple Tree
Extinguishing The Fire Of Hate
Since 2023, Canada has been affected by ongoing and record-setting wildfires. From March 2023 to June 2023, wildfires have been raging across all 13 provinces and territories. Those wildfires have been linked to climate change. Those wildfires were recorded as … Continue reading Extinguishing The Fire Of Hate
Moonwalking on a Revolutionary Summer’s Dream
The year of my birth was cause for widespread celebration. There were huge outdoor parties in New York and large-scale fireworks that reached the moon. They partied like it was 1969! Because it was. The moon landing was televised. Woodstock … Continue reading Moonwalking on a Revolutionary Summer’s Dream
From Bystanders to Catalysts: Collective Change in an Era of Transformation
When significant changes demand action and collective mobilization, mere bystandership becomes inadequate. Embracing a mindset of collective responsibility and action becomes imperative, leaving no room for passive observation. In 1970, amidst a tumultuous social climate, musician Gill Scott-Heron delivered a … Continue reading From Bystanders to Catalysts: Collective Change in an Era of Transformation
