#Activism

From Quiet Witness to Repairing What’s Broken

Even as we build, language keeps the work honest. In 'An Atlas of the Difficult World' (1991), Rich maps grief and endurance, insisting that naming complexity is itself a form of care. Stories align coalitions, set criteria for success, and remind us who must not be left behind. Thus, we return to the beginning: silence ends in truth-telling, protest insists on change, and repair commits to making that change livable. Through this continuous loop, action matures into a culture of mending rather than a moment of noise. [...]

The Courage and Craft of Good Trouble

Finally, Lewis’s imperative returns to the individual, asking each of us to find a lane. Not everyone marches; some draft public comments, file records requests, court-watch, canvass, build mutual aid, or broker unlikely coalitions. A practical checklist helps: name a specific harm, map the decision-maker, gather allies, choose a tactic that reveals the harm, prepare a safety plan, and debrief to learn. The National Lawyers Guild trains legal observers; local historians surface precedents that strengthen claims. Sustained by community and humor, this rhythm turns courage into habit. In time, necessary trouble becomes necessary change. [...]

Activism Is My Rent for Living on the Planet - Alice Walker

Alice Walker is a renowned author and activist best known for her novel 'The Color Purple.' Her advocacy for civil rights, women's rights, and environmental causes has been instrumental in shaping discussions around these issues in modern society. [...]