A Better World

The seven essential foundations upon which we can build a better world. Challenges Economic Inequality Debt Crisis and Unfair Trade Sweatshops War and Genocide Militarization Unilateralism Culture of Violence Resource Overconsumption Pollution Global Warming Overpopulation Lack of Democracy Money in Politics Media Control Gender Inequality Racism Heterosexism Inadequate Health Care Prisons Advertising Overload Commercialization of Childhood Hyper-Consumerism Loss of Connection Lack of Compassion Goals End of Global Poverty Fair Trade Ethical Economies International Cooperation Nonviolent Culture

Clean Energy Sources Sustainable Resource Use Stable Population Growth Global Ecological Cooperation Open and Honest Politics Democratic Media Civic Participation Equal Rights for All Universal Health Care and Education

Reclaimed Consciousness A Culture of Simplicity

Revolution of Caring Smart Growth Strong Local Institutions

Foundation #1: Economic Fairness

A world dedicated to economic fairness would strive to meet every persons basic needs so that no one would lack food, shelter, clothing, or meaningful work. Peoples strength of character and passion should determine their opportunities rather than the economic circumstances into which they were born. Everyone would benefit from economic prosperity. Challenges Economic Inequality Debt Crisis and Unfair Trade Sweatshops