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Ahead of the Politicians

February 1, 2007

The most effective answer to this leadership vacuum would be a new era of political activism by ordinary citizens. …  I suspect the public right now is way ahead of the politicians when it comes to ideas about creating a more peaceful, more equitable, more intelligent society. - Bob Herbert, New York Times columnist.

Mr. Herbert touches on one of my Seven Statements of Golden Rule Living in the article excerpted above.

The spirit of the Golden Rule compels us to act to address injustice, inequity and exploitation, whether of individuals, groups, or Creation.

 The Golden Rule is a proactive concept, calling us to act in ways that promote justice and equality. Governments and large organizations have a role to play but it is the personal action and interaction of each of us that leads to transformation

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