Use your voice - ceasefire and Election Day. (Ep.15)

Show notes

Episode 15 is a minipod because life has bowled us over. Fall is so very full and intense, and we know you know. Given our limited time, we wanted to encourage listeners to raise their voices in two important ways - to call for a ceasefire in Gaza and to exercise their right to vote in elections.

First, Laura encourages us to not look away, and Kori reminds us that empathy is like a muscle that we have to exercise. Don’t harden your heart or lose hope, but call on your federal representatives to demand a ceasefire. Also continue sharing on social media, integrate diverse voices on your feed, and check on your friends. We’re reminded that Bravo TV shows, namely The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, are good entertainment but not the best place to go for life advice (hehe).

And second, Tuesday, November 7 is Election Day in the U.S. and state and local races matter so very much. These folks decide what’s legal/accessible in your state, your tax rates, what books are allowed on library shelves (!!!) and so much more. It’s hard to find good information about local candidates, so go to those impacted and for trusted voices in your community. For example, which school board candidates have endorsements of educators? Which are funded by political action committees and out-of-state money? Think critically and make choices that support expanded freedom - particularly for the vulnerable. And these races are decided by NARROW margins! As Snap sings, you’ve “Got the Powah!”

Resources

• Ceasefire today call to action

• Amnesty International’s petition

• US Campaign for Palestinian Rights call to action

• Jewish Voice for Peace call to action

• Rock the Vote voter information resources

• Snap’s “I’ve Got the Power”

Transcript

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Kori: Thank you for listening to Pushing Past Polite We encourage you to go deeper in your trusted spaces or find new space for good conversation. You'll find content to help you get started on our social media channels. 

Laura: We're at Pushing Past Polite on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. 

Kori: Pushing Past Polite is an independent podcast with Kori and Laura from Just Educators.

Laura: Our cover art was designed by Rachel Welsh De Iga of De Iga Designs, and our audio is produced by Keith at Headset Media. Until next time, don't get stuck talking about the weather. Push past polite. 

Kori: See you next time.