Why Individual Action Matters

No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, it’s hard to ignore that the world’s most intractable problems have started to overwhelm: inflation remains stubbornly high, contagious diseases continue to spread, racial and religious minorities still face latent discrimination, and blistering summer temperatures rise every year. As an individual, I’ve done what I can to combat these challenges: I’ve gotten my vaccinations; I’ve reduced, reused, and composted anything I couldn’t recycle; and yes, I’ve voted.