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unbearable Whiteness

It would be wise in all our whiteness to factor-in a host of other variables, not the least of which bespeaks of the limited paradigm of zine-speak, some of which is already suggested.

 Imagine if you will, the prospect that the color of the celebrity featuring the coolness of a chosen theme for the month goes beyond P.C. superficialities and the typical subscriber's perspective.

Instead of such superficialities, one might consider coverage of the disproportionately non-white populations and the horrors of environmental racism, not the least of which, is the economic reality that derives from toxification of the human environment and the high probability that a subscription to Vanty Fair is second choice to medications for asthma, bronchitis, and other chronic maladies. If the argument were to be made on cost, then point out most bankruptcies stem from crippling medical bills.

California's defeat of this green initiative cannot be summarized along the lines of being outspent by corporate strategists, without also realizing there is apparently no money in, or for, the battle beyond the hearts and minds of typical subscribers and voting homeowners.

That battle must also be waged door to door in the communities hardest hit, and in the institutions and foundations which go beyond the usual voter's "What's in it for me?" response. Democracy is a prerequisite to advances in environmental causes. Voter registration along with education is the key to positive change.

Until we 'get it' collectively, that what happens to any segment of society effectively happens to the rest of society, we will most assuredly fail in this mission. This is about community, including, but also far beyond the color of the celebrity on the cover of Vanity Fair.
On Where are low-income and minority greens in the media? posted 2 years, 6 months ago 21 Responses