Although I do like the commitments
of the Green Party, I personally would not join the Green Party. When considering the political
situation in the US, the Green Party does not have a ton of force behind it in politics,
which I would find frustrating if I were member.
I definitely think that one of the
main green values that needs to be incorporated into a “green party” is the
idea that we as humans are a part of nature and not separate from it. I also feel that a “green party” should
incorporate a respect for diversity, from biodiversity to cultural, racial, and
sexual diversity. These values do align
with the Green Party and are listed on their website under “The Ten Key Values
of the Green Party”. In fact, we
read this article for our class when we were learning about Green Values.
Concerning the EarthFirst! activists,
I do not feel that they are justified in their actions. The EarthFirst! article tries to make
the argument that EarthFirst! is nonviolent but then they go on to say that “explosives,
firearms and other dangerous tools are usually avoided”(227). Usually avoided? This group just sounds crazy to
me! Also, even though their
violence tends to be directed towards equipment and machines, their actions are
still violent and, in my opinion, way too extreme.
I agree with your stance on just about everything. I do agree that it would be very frustrating, at least right now, to be a member to a seemingly powerless group. In regard to your comment on needing to respect diversity, that is one of the key aspects of the Green Party's platform. The party believes diversity is a necessity. I do agree with your stance on the Earth First! activists. However, just to create controversy, would a simple protest get the immediate change they desire? Would people actually act because of a simple protest? The activists are making physical changes that they can see and appreciate. I agree with you, these are just a few thoughts from the other viewpoint.
ReplyDeleteLike cameron I agree with your stance. In the american political model, 3rd parties have little chance of getting into office unless the candidate can truly unite the people and gain support from a major party. Unfortunately 3rd parties are mores symbolic.
ReplyDeleteAs for for the extremism in activism,I completely agree they are to to extreme in their methods.