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I have been a deliberate half-century-fused inciter of a cool-headed, natural, gestation-rate-paced revolution, armed with physically demonstrable livingry levers with which altogether to elevate all humanity to realization of an inherently sustainable, satisfactory-to-all, ever higher standard of living. Critical threshold-crossing of the inevitable revolution is already underway.

Buckminster Fuller#77

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About this quote

What does it mean?
I am deliberately guiding a slow, natural revolution to lift humanity using proven methods to achieve sustainability and satisfaction for all.
In plain terms
I am working steadily to improve life for everyone using proven methods.
What can you take from it?
Change happens through steady, evidence-based action.

Where it applies

  • activism
  • policy advocacy
  • organizational change

Putting it to work

  • implement sustainable systems
  • advocate for change

Questions to consider

  • What lever can you pull today?
  • How do you measure progress?

Another view

Revolutionary change often faces entrenched resistance.

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