Change and Communication

Record turnout in both Iowa and New Hampshire proves that the battle cry of the democratic candidates (and a few of the Republicans) is true – Americans want change. Regardless of age, political affiliation, their sex, race, their economic background we are all dissatisfied with the present and worried about our future.

This collective discontent can go one of two waves: Tear us apart and cripple (if not destroy) our country or it can unite and rejuvenate us.

The deciding factor of which path we take, I believe is communication. Open, honest, earnest communication – not with our friends, but with those outside of our comfort circles, people with views and ideas different than our own – is the only thing that will carry us out of the storm we are facing. Sure it’s nice and cathartic to vent with people you agree with, but nothing happens ‘til we share our thoughts and struggles with people who aren’t like us. I say, get out there and discuss, discuss, discuss.

Start a few friendly arguments; just remember to take in as much as you give out. Communication isn’t a one way process…listening and receiving are elemental parts of any successful dialogue. Then what? Learn, collaborate, and finally DO.

"We must be the change we wish to see in the world." Gandhi