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Bolivians Model Community Approach to Resilience

Despite facing numerous challenges and occasional disappointments, the resilience of the Bolivian people shines through. Their unwavering commitment to organizing and resisting efforts that threaten their community resources is both admirable and essential. The importance of centering Indigenous economics and cultural practices in movements for sustainability and resilience cannot be overstated. These time-honored traditions offer…

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Did Your City Make the List of Best Cities for Biking?

Traffic accidents are killing bicyclists in ever-increasing numbers, but some big cities are working to improve matters.  Here are some of the best U.S. cities for biking in 2024. The best U.S. cities for biking in 2024 https://www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/best-cities-to-bike-2024-peopleforbikes-minneapolis-seattle-san-francisco/719868/ Related Reading

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Understanding & Addressing the Black Doctor Shortage

Strong  evidence shows that America badly needs more Black doctors, but the Supreme Court’s 2023 ban on affirmative action in higher education is resulting in medical schools training fewer Black persons to become doctors.  To help rectify that, former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has pledged to donate $600 million to four historically Black medical schools,…

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PROTESTS: Annoying? At times. Effective? Often.

Let’s face it. Even when public protests and demonstrations are annoying, unpopular and disruptive, they also can be very effective. Why Protest Works—Even When It’s Unpopular https://www.yesmagazine.org/democracy/2024/07/26/why-protest-works Related Reading

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Austrian Heiress Distributes Inheritance with Community Input

Instead of spending or investing the fortune her grandmother left her, Marlene Engelhorn asked the public to help her decide what charities she should give it to.  Now a group of 50 publicly chosen citizens has decided.  The 25 million euros (about $26.8 million) will be divided among 77 organizations. Group of Austrians Picks 77…

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Kabi Kabi People Legally Recognized as Land Title Holders

The Federal Court’s recognition of the Kabi Kabi people as native title holders over a substantial area of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast is a momentous decision that carries profound significance. Justice Berna Collier’s ruling grants non-exclusive rights to the Kabi Kabi people across a diverse range of locations, including Gympie, Noosa, Maroochydore, Caloundra, Bribie Island, and…

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Will ‘Behavior Modification’ Strategy Work on Tourists?

Tourists in several European countries have been damaging the environment so badly that the countries have been striking back by slapping them with fees and various restrictions, but Copenhagen has another idea: rewarding visitors who act responsibly Copenhagen Tries Rewards for Good Tourist Behavior http://archive.today/7kz0W Related Reading

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