The Final Wednesday in May
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In times of chaos and crisis, it’s easy to get sucked into a dark hole of misery. These horrible events should upset you. The state of the world is a serious concern. And it’s very important to stay updated and aware. However, taking some time for your mind doesn’t mean that you are weak or that you don’t care. You have to help yourself so that you can continue to help others. - Camylle J.
@lesdoggggg WOW!! THIS! ♬ original sound - Leslie Jones
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“Texas school shooting has implications for America's standing in the world, State Department spokesperson says” (CNN's Jennifer Hansler)
On May 24th, 2022, a community in Uvalde, Texas, was witness to one of the deadliest school shootings in American History. Nineteen elementary school children had their futures stolen from them; their wings clipped before they could fly. The additional death of two teachers makes twenty-one innocent lives, gone but never forgotten. Once again, a tragedy forces this nation’s laissez-fair approach to gun regulations and the well-being of its people into the spotlight. Many people are angry about this, and they should be. All of us should be angry. A shooting occurs, a devastating event that leaves an incommensurable amount of loss in its wake. The local government’s response? Do nothing. This is a pattern that has continued for far too long. It is a cyclical system of violence that has been perpetuated by the American Government for years. A fire stoked by lazy attempts to placate the American public. And btw, there’s been more mass shootings this year than there have been days so… that’s something to think about.
Yet, in the midst of such suffering, among silenced voices and broken promises, powerful voices are heard demanding change. Naiara Tamminga is one such voice. You’ve likely never heard of her, but I plan on changing that. She’s only thirteen years old, but is using her voice to speak out against police brutality and advocate for justice. On May 17th, 2022, the city commissioners of Grand Rapids, Michigan assembled. This followed the murder of Patrick Lyoya, a Congolese refugee who was shot by a police officer. It was at this meeting that Ms. Tamminga delivered a powerful speech, a heart-wrenching account of the failure of this nation’s leaders to protect its people. She spoke of her frustration with and distrust of the adults that sat before her. People who were meant to protect and defend their city, but have instead allowed criminals to go unscathed, the vision of justice left shattered in their wake. However, despite their failures, Ms. Tamminga has succeeded in eloquently conveying our shared exhaustion with these acts of brutality. And it is through her strength, and that of others like her, that we can find hope for a better future. - Candyce J.
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What Was Said & What Was Read
Our two latest blog posts are both focused on the environment. The first article, titled “Punk! But make it….Solar?”, is an introduction to Solarpunk ideology. Camylle explains Solarpunk, along with what it could look like if implemented irl and why it’s something we should all want for our planets future! Then, in “Return of the Track”, she delves into the conversation on transportation. Focusing on an overall need for sustainable and comprehensive public transport and why looking to the past could help us in the future. You can check them out to the left. ←
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Next, our book list for the month! Here will be publishing our quarterly book list. This list will be comprised of 5 books read by our team(….or you) that we felt were educational, influential, or simply phenomenal! You can leave a book suggestion in the form under the list, and (if chosen) your name, suggested book and description will be included in the list at the end of the month! When the list is released you will be able to check it out to the right! →
