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Publicly and visibly identifying as a Saner or a Saner sympathizer is (relatively) easy and more than enough to make a meaningful contribution to preventing climate collapse.
Just Wear the Green Dot
One can be cynical and dismiss it as “virtue signaling.” But to me, it is virtue itself. Yes, the world isn’t changed solely by symbols, but symbols play a part.
I hear that women in Red States who (quietly) support Kamala Harris are putting blue tape on their auto bumpers—as a subtle sign. And colors have been associated with various movements, enabling widespread support to be visible without anyone saying a word.
There were a series of non-violent revolutions, with ordinary people ousting dictators, that were called Color Revolutions. They include The Rose Revolution in Georgia and the Orange Revolution in Ukraine.
Well, you can (and should) wear the green dot of The Saners, AND tell people what it means until The Saners and their symbols are well-known. This is a small yet incredibly significant step. And it may be the only step you ever take—but it’s enough.
You don’t even need to sign up or be a member of the group. You can simply be a sympathetic and supportive observer.
