Shards of Governing

With both provincial and federal elections on the horizon for 2019, political discourse of various flavors flourishes. I am grateful for the range of perspectives and the passion that drives much of this conversation; grateful that humanity continues to strive for some version of good life, good community, good villaging. 

As our dialogue continues to unfold, I would invite us to bring to the heart of our telling a simple, though not easily enacted, dictum: "a village will be as healthy as are the most vulnerable within its walls."

I do not point to any particular political platform or party. Rather, I seek to rally us, the body politic, to address, first and foremost, the wellbeing of the homeless, the jobless, those struggling with mental illness, those suffering from intimate partner violence, those whose color, race, or religion has made them targets of hatred. Let us ensure that every child is fed, safe, and loved. Let us safeguard every adolescent so that they are mentored, affirmed, challenged, and brought into the community of adulthood without abuse or violation.

Elections bring us to a crossroad - a time of choosing. Whomever is chosen, challenge them to enact policies that honor and protect our elders, our babies, and those in their working years whose taxes fund our communal needs. 

I encourage robust and deep conversation, balanced upon an even deeper listening to each other. When we acknowledge "I am not well until my neighbor is well" then we have begun to be authentic government of the people. 

We, the body politic, are stewards - of the earth and its creatures, of the global village as it grows and evolves, of the local village and its many-layered interweavings. Let us dialogue - not against what we do not want, for that creates very low energy, but instead for the good life that we desire. May the true work of stewarding enflame our hearts and empassion our action.

Listening and listening

Something to ponder...

Living amongst the shards,
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