Everything Everywhere All at Once

Article submitted by Nancy Faulstich, Director, Regeneración

Dear Community,

We are entering even harder times but we must continue taking deliberate action to reduce the use of fossil fuels and eliminate them as quickly as possible to prevent continued warming of the atmosphere and eventual collapse of Earth’s ecosystems that have supported life as we know it for thousands of years. 

We can and must mourn our losses - they are real and devastating for individuals and communities.  

  • Unlawful detainments and deportations

  • Thousands of people  fired

  • Departments and agencies shuttered

  • Environmental justice offices closed

  • Rollbacks on environmental regulations

  • Threats to free speech

  • Attacks on bodily autonomy

  • Disregard for rules of judges

  • The Pajaro Valley will be hit hard by funding reductions to many organizations as well as the county government

It is absolutely tragic to witness the collapse of beneficial structures that were built over many decades.

Irrationality is prevailing for the time being. Lies, confusions and distortions of reality are everywhere.

Get informed, then choose your battles  

Speak the truth over and over, to individuals and groups.

It is up to us  to stay clear, to act rationally, and to join together to throw off this attempt to end democracy. As imperfect as it was, it is better than a dictatorship.

Don’t let your fears determine what you do. You can always choose your attitude, no matter what the current circumstances are. 

Face current challenges clearly, not on the basis of past confusions.

Don't stay on the sidelines during a pivotal moment in history. Now more than ever we need to act locally to protect people and preserve the living environment.

At the same time, we need to protect our personal health and maintain energy for the duration of this fight. There are too many issues for any one person to address.

There are many excellent leaders to follow from many different constituency groups who are providing perspective and analysis. And YOU just might be the best person to lead the people around you.

One of my heroes is the Reverend William Barber  II,  leader of the Poor People’s Campaign.

I find Heather Cox Richardson's Letters from an American about the history behind today's politics to be clear and informative. 

We need to unite people to oppose an oligarchy takeover of the country and stand firmly with all working people. Our resistance can be fun and creative and this could be the most deeply meaningful time of our lives. 

Check out this video of a Boston area double Flashmob at Tesla and Prudential Center on International Women's Day for an example of a joyful protest.  Pictured - 1 billion rising for women's rights. Can 1 billion rise for our common home on planet Earth?

With you on the journey through hardship and toward a better world,

Nancy Faulstich, Director of Regeneración

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