I wanted to show my appreciation to the companies who are joining their voice with those concerned about the misuse of Facebook to promote acts of hate. I can’t begin to count the number of stories I’ve heard on the news about hate groups that have banded together as a result of Facebook groups. The […]
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead
You’ve been outspoken about the need for accountability for police officers. What do you think is the best way to achieve this? What we’ve seen in many police departments is your best accountability is holding your own officers accountable. I think initially you set that tone as a police leader and as police commanders. You […]
We are dealing with some trying times right now and I want to take this chance to share something about myself. I am an addict and an alcoholic living in recovery. Although my attempts at recovery have looked very different in different phases of my life I recently celebrated another year free from the influence […]
With everything going on with the Coronavirus I wanted to take this time to recommend checking out an organization called RESULTS. If you have some extra time and want to get away from all the scary coverage I think this is a really good way to lift your spirits and to contribute in a meaningful […]
The last interview that I did went so well that I thought that I might as well do another. I guess that’s one of the fun parts about having a blog is that you get to research things and talk to people that you find interesting! Ben Ellsworth sat down with me to talk about […]
Considering this Wednesday, February 12th, is Lincoln’s birthday, as well as Black History month, I thought it would be a good time to reflect on civil rights issues. I’m sure we’ve all seen footage of the riots during the civil rights movement and if you’re anything like me, I was devastated just watching it and, […]
Karen Shein, CRC is an intern at Ashwood Recovery and the Vice President on the board of directors for NAMI. Her work with NAMI started in San Diego where she started out leading groups and served as the business education manager. Karen describes the mission of the National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI) as ending the […]
Reach out to your representatives. Find out if they have already supported the Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act (HR 763) and if they have, thank them for their support! Write a letter or email (or both!) to your elected officials. Citizens’ Climate Lobby makes it easy for you.
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Jessica Specht 