Right now, American government has stepped back from offering any kinds of protection for human rights and public health. And the fossil fuel industry thinks that they have just absolute free rein to go for it. The one thing in… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
I want to clarify that one doesn't need to be a scientist or have fancy college degrees to know the truth about the health of our children, our communities, and the planet. Community members generally know far more about the… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
There is no such thing as away. When you throw something away, it must go somewhere. — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
We're more concerned about climate or economic equality or racial justice or anything else that is good for people and the planet, we simply… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
Put simply, if we do not redirect our extraction and production systems and change the way we distribute, consume, and dispose of our stuff… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
It's crucial we know the facts and science, but it's naïve to rely on them alone to build a movement for change. — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
Between the disillusionment that people feel about politics-as-usual, assaults on the right to vote, and the constant feelings of pressure that Americans suffer in… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
“Why sit and stare at a box beaming messages indoctrinating us into consumer culture for hours a day when there are so many more… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
For decades, I thought that scientific truth, solid economic case studies, and common sense were enough to bring about change on the environmental front.… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
Solid information is necessary, but insufficient. We also need to present that information in ways that are inspiring and accessible. That's where stories come… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
Right now, American government has stepped back from offering any kinds of protection for human rights and public health. And the fossil fuel industry… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
We depend on this planet to eat, drink, breathe, and live. Figuring out how to keep our life support system running needs to be… — Annie Leonard Copy Share Image
