Recently went to see Michael Moore's new documentary, Sicko, about the broken US healthcare system. It was both amusing and moving at different times--and if you've ever pondered becoming an expatriate, just might push you over the edge--but I hope you'll see it for yourself and decide.
Moveon.org put together a flier for the film and fellow council-member, Rick, broght a few with us to hand out afterward. Basically it asks people who are outraged by the film to contact their presidential candidate of choice and tell them not to be bought out by the HMOs so they can change the system. (The number is 1-866-459-6050 if you want to do that, too!)
I'm very new to this brand of activism and this was the first real "action" I'd taken, so I was a bit nervous about walking up to strangers and looking like some kind of radical. I had to keep telling myself it wasn't that big a deal--I wasn't going to get arrested and I wasn't even pushing a particular candidate, just involvement!
So I was pleasantly surprised at how well we were received. Most people were grateful to have something they could actually do personally, and even the people who hadn't seen the film yet wanted to take one for later. My heart was totally warmed by one older gentleman who actually shook my hand and thanked me, telling me to keep up the good work. I realize not everyone will be so gracious in the future, but it was extremely encouraging. Thought you'd all like to hear that positive news!
Now here are a list of related links you might enjoy as well:
Michael Moore on Olbermann
Michael Moore on the Daily Show
My friend Carrie's idea to make healthcare sexy
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment