Giving Thanks to Some Who Made a DifferenceRandy Shawbyline‚ Nov. 25‚ 2008As Thanksgiving approaches, we offer thanks for those who have endeavored to improve the world this year. Topping our list is the millions who cast a vote for change on November 4, and the hundreds of thousands who gave money, time, and often redirected their entire lives to set the United States on a new direction. The surest route to greater social justice lies less with a particular candidate than with greater civic engagement, as politicians are forced to become more responsive when sufficient numbers participate in the process (George W. Bush defied this ironclad rule, and became the most unpopular president since polling began). Here are some of the many at the local, state and national level that deserve our thanks this holiday season. |