Optimism of the Will: Thoughts on Persisting in Times of Struggle

In this emergency pod, Conall and Emerson discuss recent negative events in the world - such as the highly likely overturning of Roe v Wade, the Russian attack on Ukraine, or recent shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York. We discuss peoples' feelings of hopelessness and helplessness in times like these, and how we can work through these feelings while also orienting ourselves toward action for a better future. We also look back at the Sandy Hook shooting and what did - and didn't - change after it. Persistence is difficult in these circumstances, but both necessary and possible. In addition, Conall and Emerson discuss the recent successes the labor movement has had in the organizing drive at Starbucks' stores all over the country. LINKS TO DONATE: Sandy Hook Promise (https://takeaction.sandyhookpromise.org/a/foundation?source=salsa-redirect)National Network of Abortion Funds (https://abortionfunds.org/)