Let's Progress Massachusetts

One of the good things that came out of the election was the sense of community and organizing that followed.  When I heard about the Let's Progress Meeting I immediately signed up.  This election made me realize how important our first amendment rights are and I plan on sticking up for the things I believe in.  Too often I sit back and let other people fight the good fight.  Now, I'm going to be part of that fight!

The meeting was held at the Somerville Theater and was sold out almost instantly.  The meeting featured four panels, each featuring representatives from different organizations.  Each panelist explained their issue and what would be challenging for that issue under the new administration.  The panelists gave advice on what we can do to help make change.  The keynote speaker was Council Women Ayana Pressley.  She was phenomenal.  The quote that stuck with me was, "We lost an election, not our humanity."  The whole meeting gave me hope and I was especially impressed with the younger crowd that was there, getting involved.

My next step is getting more involved with The Sierra Club.  The environment, and our public lands, are so important to me.  It's time to rise up and protect them!