The post-election images we’re already seeing of cooperation among former adversaries are inspiring and affirming. During this transformational time for our country, who better than Sharon Salzberg to celebrate with? Her brand new book, The Kindness Handbook: A Practical Companion, is filled with insights about the power of kindness and forgiveness. The bestselling author of several key books, she’s been leading meditation retreats worldwide since 1974. Influenced by her 35 years of study with Buddhist masters from a variety of traditions, Salzberg teaches an intensive awareness practice (“insight” meditation) and the profound cultivation of lovingkindess and compassion.
I was heartened to read today reporting by CNN that revealed some lovely stories from yesterday’s historic election. They are perfect examples of what we’ve been advocating about voting kindly. As they point out in their article, despite the negativity that infected the campaign toward the end, and even when faced with long lines to [...]
This is an open letter to the people and leadership of the United States of America–past, present, and future–a call for a safe and fair election, for all who vote to vote kindly.
The Electoral College will choose WHO will serve as our next President, but no matter what the outcome, the tone of our country [...]
You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force. ~Publilius Syrus
While we can’t force a fair election or guarantee that all votes will be counted, VoteKindly.org is partnering with The UpTake to increase the odds of both by videotaping kindness-in-action at the polls.
As Lynne Twist–author and activist who this year helped Ecuador enact a [...]
If you’d still like to wear and share some Vote Kindly buttons this Election Day, here’s an easy way to make your own. Just download this free VoteKindly.org button PDF file and print some up on your color printer. The file should open up in Adobe Reader when you double click on it. Then just [...]
While federal and state laws have eliminated some of the barriers to voting for homeless people, other obstacles remain. Those obstacles can be overcome if people experiencing homelessness know their rights and learn ways to overcome the barriers. If you’re inspired to help this disenfranchised population, start by learning about the voting rights of homeless people.
The Nov. 3, 2008 issue of Time Magazine, on stands now and online now, is being proactive regarding potential voting problems.
They state: “The vast majority will cast their votes without a hitch. But some voters will find themselves at the mercy of registration rolls that have been poorly maintained or, in some cases, improperly handled.”
Time [...]
Imagine that you live you life with some sort of disability. Imagine it’s November 4 and it’s snowing in your town. Now imagine you want nothing more than to exercise your right to vote, but you need special assistance to reach your polling place and deal with lines and procedures. Now what? That’s where you might come in. Many local organizations in your area are already mobilizing to serve this important constituency, and they always need more help.
