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As spiritual leaders signing this letter we are stepping forward to say: “We can make a difference.”
As our spiritual practice empties, opens and strengthens us, we are
naturally moved to engage in the world with compassion, equanimity, and
the dedication to live our values.
We know many of you are already both
concerned and involved in this year’s Presidential election. Yet, in
the past weeks, many of us have heard friends in the spiritual
community expressing ambivalence about voting. When asked why they
wouldn't vote we heard things like: “It doesn’t make any difference”;
“I’m more interested in spiritual practice than politics”.
Humanity is at a crossroads. We can no-longer afford to sit on the sidelines. We are asking you to get engaged.
Learn more about Barack Obama's movement for change.The 2000 presidential election was decided by just 500 votes and this November appears to be just as close. Every vote matters. Your vote and the votes in your community could make the difference.
Please make a heart-felt inquiry and
look at the candidates. Ask yourself who best reflects the values you
want to live by – those of spirituality in action.
- Who do you believe will lead this country and the world in the direction you would like to see it move?
- Which candidate will foster security through international cooperation rather than wars of aggression?
- Which candidate will move policy most quickly toward a sustainable habitable planet for future generations?
- Which candidate will most support our commitment to human rights and equal opportunity for all people?
...and then Vote. Let your voice be heard.
Together there is nothing we cannot do.
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TAKE ACTION NOW
1. REGISTER TO VOTE & Detailed Voter Information
2. VOLUNTEER
Find out how you can help!
3. FORWARD THIS MESSAGE
Invite your students, friends, and fellow spiritual seekers to get involved.
Let’s bring the benefits of our practice into our lives. The world needs us.
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