Fact: There are two candidates who might win the race for Governor tomorrow – Brian Dubie and Peter Shumlin.
Fact: No matter who wins, the changes in our state government will not be revolutionary, radical – or quick.
Fact: But whoever wins tomorrow will set the state on a path. One path will start us down the road towards a responsible energy policy, land use policy, economic policy and towards a more thoughtful, comprehensive management of our natural resources.
One path goes the opposite direction.
Anyone who thinks that decision isn’t meaningful, or that being a part of that decision isn’t worth their time is either not paying enough attention or willfully ignorant. That’s something election activists of every stripe should be able to agree on.
(REMINDER: If you haven’t yet, be sure you go to the online GOTV tool at votegreengov.org! Use the tool to find your green voting friends and neighbors and send them a personalized email urging them to vote!!)
To hear Joe Biden touch the truth by admitting our anger and outrage is understandable, touched a chord deep within me and allowed me to hear that raucous Palin voice ringing inside my head with a little more compassion.
As healing as that rally seemed, I came away feeling that our society is still one very sick puppy facing terminal social illness. How can we start collectively thinking more soberly about the suffering we have caused to ourselves and others? Is it possible that we can ever forgive ourselves?
I had no idea Howard was such a talented speaker. He may someday go very far.