In recent weeks, media coverage has highlighted the significant swing vote of poor and low-income voters, underscoring their crucial role in shaping our democracy. This spotlight is not just a statistic; it reflects the diligent efforts of grassroots movements, including the NJ Poor People’s Campaign, which has been advocating for those whose voices have often been marginalized. In Forbes, “Swing Voters Whose Voices We Need to Hear” was published this week.
During an inspiring panel discussion held on September 17th, 2024 (Constitution Day!), representatives from diverse faith traditions came together to explore the urgent need for a Green Amendment in New Jersey. This conversation emphasized the moral imperative to protect sacred Earth, drawing on teachings and principles from Islam, Indigenous wisdom, Methodism, and Unitarian Universalism. Their commentary solidified the moral responsibility people of all faiths have to ensure clean air, clean water, a stable climate and healthy environment for future generations.
CLICK HERE to read this week’s mailer, featuring:
Tonight’s webinar showcasing people of faith demanding a Green Amendment in New Jersey;
Saturday’s hybrid autumn equinox ceremony;
Thursday’s microplastics monitoring event for local volunteers;
and more!
CLICK HERE to read the autumn 2024 newsletter in pdf format. Inside you’ll find:
Reflections on bioregionalism and watersheds;
A summary of the fight against a fourth polluting power plant in Newark’s overburdened Ironbound community;
New legislation to reduce plastic pollution;
Beautiful photos from our recent events;
Seasonal poetry and inspiring quotes;
And more!
CLICK HERE to read this week’s mailer, featuring:
Two upcoming events about the green amendment,
calls for environmental justice in Newark’s Ironbound Community,
the fall equinox ceremony,
outdoor activities at the Plainsboro Preserve,
and more autumnal activities!
CLICK HERE to read this week’s mailer, featuring:
eco-anxiety support,
action webinars,
Art Thrift fundraiser, and more!
As we approach the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission’s board meeting on September 19th at noon, the urgency of community involvement, education, and civic action has never been more clear. The agenda for this meeting could include a critical vote on the approval of the 4th dirty methane gas and hydrogen plant in Newark -a major city already overburdened by environmental challenges. We at Waterspirit are working closely with residents overburdened by climate injustice. We are urging people to send this spiritually inspired letter to board members, local officials, and Governor Murphy’s office to express your concerns and advocate for alternative solutions.
Knowledge is power-understanding how our water is sourced, treated and delivered not only empowers us but also helps us protect this essential, sacred resource from mismanagement and privatization. Once water is privatized, there is no more local control of the water by the municipality. From documented experiences of rate hikes and poor service, water privatization should be an absolute last resort. Water privatization is on the ballot in several New Jersey municipalities this coming general election on November 5, 2024 and we are sharing a brief update on a couple.
