Groups of firefighters made it known to their politicians that they would not be voting for them for re-election if they did not vote yes to the funding for the injured firemen and workers of 9/11. The bill was then passed with sufficient Republicans voting in favor.
Voters should start to make their voices heard. Votes are not the only way of being heard. People now are writing blogs, tweeting, speaking opinions on Facebook as well as signing petitions. Before those who think the only way to get their point across is with violence and guns, people power should be tried. If you feel you have not a strong enough voice, support someone who is saying the things you believe in and would say if you had an audience to whom you might say what you mean.
People Power is about politics, about strategy and about social change. There is a Game of Social Resistance for those interested. Click here.
For an inspiring story about non-violent protest in 2005 in Kyrgyzstan,, click here.
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