A Reason for Optimism: The Spark: How To Protest | An Encouraging Development

A Reason for Optimism: The Spark: How To Protest | An Encouraging Development

Why this story matters: Positive change rarely happens overnight, but stories like this show it is happening nonetheless. Quick summary: This story highlights recent developments related to the spark, showing how constructive action can lead to meaningful results. Welcome back to The Spark, our monthly celebration of how people just like you are creating positive change, one meaningful step at a time. The Spark is generously supported by Laura Rice. Sign up to Reasons to be Cheerful’s weekly newsletter here and you’ll get The Spark in your inbox at the start of each month. ‘Think about protests as a demonstration of values’ The demonstrations that drew global attention to the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis expanded throughout the U.S. this weekend. Thousands participated from coast to coast, and a “national shutdown” called for people to stay home from work, school and shopping on Friday. For many participating in the protests, activism isn’t a regular part of their lives. To learn a…