Some people will get soooo offended if you say they are privileged ???what’s the deal with that

privileged=undeserving? it’s morally ambiguous?? privilege=malice??? evil intent?? no!

She's not dressed like a slut, you just think like a grapist.

Stone me to death if I’m wrong I guess but I really feel like any privilege comes with the responsibility to distribute that privilege downward any way you can and not hoard it exclusively for your own benefit. but idk who am I to say

AN OPEN LETTER to THE PRESIDENT & U.S. CONGRESS; STATE GOVERNORS & LEGISLATURES

Act Now: Save Public Transit from Extinction!

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I am writing to highlight the critical state of public transit in the United States and urge your support increased investment in this essential service. The challenges facing public transit—under-investment, over-reliance on car ownership, and racial disparities—have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is imperative that we take bold action to address these issues for the benefit of our communities and our future.

Investing in public transit is not merely a matter of convenience; it is a necessity for tackling climate change, advancing equity, supporting essential workers, and fostering economic recovery. The largest source of carbon emissions in the U.S. stems from transportation, and increased investment in public transit can significantly reduce this impact. Furthermore, public transit plays a crucial role in providing equitable access to jobs, schools, and services, especially for those who cannot afford or do not have access to private vehicles.

With over 2.8 million essential workers relying on public transit, our pandemic response and economic recovery hinge on the strength and viability of our transit systems. According to studies, sustained investment in public transportation yields substantial economic returns, with every $1 billion invested annually resulting in approximately $5 billion in additional GDP.

I commend initiatives like the Green New Deal for Transportation and efforts by organizations such as the CHARGE coalition to electrify and expand public transportation. These initiatives are pivotal in shaping a more sustainable and equitable transportation system for all Americans.

Therefore, I urge you to support emergency relief funding for public transit and join the movement to rebuild and improve our public transit system. This is not just an investment in infrastructure; it is an investment in our collective future.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your support in advancing policies that will ensure a robust and accessible public transit system for all.

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💘 Q'u lach' shughu deshni da. 🏹 "What I say is true" in Dena'ina Qenaga

Dear Survivors, You Have a Choice Now.

There are so many factors of our early lives we are not accountable for and yet accountable for what our lives have been. No one chooses their parents or their neighborhoods. No one chooses their histories or their race. No one chooses their class or the culture. But every one of these things decide the foundation of a person's life: the fortunes that fool them into safety, the wars that draft them into soldiers, the neurosis to haunt the rest of their days. It would almost seem that some lives are crafted with more care than others, but humanity is a genre composed by the personhood of every author... and your pen will never run dry as long as you breathe!

Your story is not over.

There's still so much that you can't control, but you were BORN with that pen in your hand. It's an unalienable possession of unimaginable proportions! Until now, you've dragged your pen through a maze of abuse, ink seeping behind like a blood trail, mapping the few ways to safety in a network of uncertainty. The ink may be dry...but CHANGE comes by the formation of intention. Every slosh can be shaded into the larger picture. Every scratch can hatched into greater depth. Fill these lines with nuance, with the emotional hues your reflection deserves. You are more than a writer...

You are an ARTIST.

Does your neighborhood have a large density of trees or barely any? Tree Equity is essential when we talk about environmental justice. The term was coined by American Forests organization that looks into fighting for equitable tree coverage in all cities regardless of race, color, national origin, or income. It was found that low-income communities have lower density tree canopy rates in their neighborhoods compared to affluent communities. Tree equity relates to the environmental justice movement that advocates for clean air, water, and soil. According to the Arbor Day Foundation, in one year a mature tree will absorb more than 48 pounds of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen in exchange. Low-income families are struggling to cope with heat-related illnesses like asthma that are on the rise in these areas because of climate breakdown. The situation is exacerbated by the fact that fewer trees lead to increased levels of carbon dioxide thus resulting in reduced overall air quality. There are sites like tree equity score that help determine the level of quality of trees in your area. Trees are natural climate resilience tools that continue to be pushed out of the dominant economic model. Instead, there is a huge investment going into mechanical machines that absorb CO2 that are failing us rather than addressing how systemic racism prevents low-income communities from having access to green spaces. The loss of ecological knowledge for youth is being paired with a mechanistic framework that values profit. One famous example is that 88% of tree species in New York can be foraged for medicine and food. Well-maintained trees can minimize soil erosion during heavy rainfall, which wards off damage to the natural, built environment. If trees can co-exist, protect, feed, and nurture us, why are we not able to give back to them in a reciprocal way? That should be our goal.

Idk how to tell y'all this but your parents/grandparents generations were not better at relationships than us, they just didn't have access no-fault divorces

How Private Equity Trumped Social Equity in State Cannabis Deal

Confidential documents obtained by THE CITY reveal how Chicago Atlantic Group became one of the biggest beneficiaries of the state’s legalization program. Last June, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that a much anticipated deal had finally been reached to fund a $200 million public-private fund that would finance cannabis dispensaries run by the people who have been the most impacted by the war on…

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Copyrights and patents should be voided if they are sold. They should benefit ONLY the creator, and for a limited time. Corporations and investors should not be able to make their fortunes off the efforts of others.

Why trolls behave like lefties women are supposed to educate them? We are not their social workers or their therapist and we are not forced to bear all their insecurities and problems on our shoulders. They need professionals. Not seeking attention in inclusive and intersectional feminist or LGBTQ+ spaces. Those spaces are supposed to be safe for us all, not to be social places in which trolls are welcome to harm. Don't feed the trolls!

The Care Economy in an Evolving World: Equal Sharing of Caregiving and Household Responsibilities between Men and Women as a Tool for Social Equity and Cohesion? (CSW68 Side Event)

Equal Sharing of Caregiving and Household Responsibilities between Men and Women as a Tool for Social Equity and Cohesion?

The side event promotes men's positive caregiving roles, highlighting global benefits. Discussions focus on sharing practices, tools, and future plans to address challenges in fostering gender equality in the Arab and Mediterranean region. 

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Hope and pride after a small victory

Anger and resentment for such a small victory

Both of these things can be true

There is value in both sentiments

They are not mutually exclusive

It’s okay to feel both of these

It’s okay to feel complex

It’s okay to feel nuanced

Green Light for Growth - Navigating Virginia's New Era of Recreational Marijuana

The legislative developments in Virginia regarding the recreational sale of marijuana signify a notable shift, aimed at regulating and taxing the sale of marijuana to adults, which could have widespread implications for various groups within the state. For the Average Virginia Citizen Virginia citizens stand on the brink of accessing a regulated, safe, and taxed marijuana product. With…

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Replacing Lead Water Pipes: A Vital Investment for Health, Infrastructure, and Equity

Replacing lead pipes: vital for health, infrastructure, equity. Funding challenge hinders progress. Federal support is essential. #LeadPipes #WaterInfrastructure #FundingChallenge #SocialEquity

The Biden administration has set an ambitious goal: the removal of nearly all lead water pipes in the United States within the next decade. This proposal, aimed at addressing the pressing issue of lead in drinking water, comes with an estimated cost of $20 billion to $30 billion over ten years, as stated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). While the benefits of this initiative are…

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