198 weeks down, 9 weeks to the presidential election. The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and respect. To stay engaged through challenging times, we practice gratitude, self-care, and celebration. I value voting as a foundation of a healthy democracy. The clock is ticking down to the…
If you feel overwhelmed right now, this is normal. Too much is happening at once. As those at the top erode our democracy, you are supposed to feel outraged yet powerless. History tells us that if corrupt leaders are effective, you will eventually give in to the discouragement and fear and become compliant. If that idea…
I published the following post on February 27, 2017. (You know, a million years ago.) As time has passed, people tell me they come back to the analogy below as they struggle with fatigue. In this liminal time between summer vacation and back to school, I reshare it with you in hopes it provides uplift.…
We make a difference The AoCC Summer Voting Project started on July 12, 2020 in place of the usual AoC Checklist. This is because we believe that the 2020 election is one of the most important issues we may ever face as a nation. Thanks to you and our many subscribers, we have already made…
You’re right. It is concerning. Lately, I’ve received an uptick in emails with the subject line: URGENT! I understand the sentiment. Yet it would seem that while Americans of Conscience Checklist focuses exclusively on restoring voting rights, some think we’re ignoring what’s happening in cities. Allow me to address this and share some hope. To…