This is a review of a Canadian magazine dedicated to environmental thought, policy, and action. Alternatives Journal University of Waterloo 200 University Ave W Waterloo, ON N2L 9Z9 First, here are some short quotes from the magazine: Christopher Williams of the University of London Institute blames a combination of environmental toxins (lead, PCBs, and radiation), soil erosion and inadequate diet for the intellectual decline of millions of people. Flush $50 down the toilet every week, and if you can get used to that, buy a car. Most of the expense related to cars is paid through taxes and other hidden costs. An individual only spends about $1500 per year per car in the US. Ten commandments for changing the world 1. Believe it is possible 2. Stand up and question those in power 3. Understand the system 4. Do something 5. Pressure the media 6. Tolerate and work with other groups 7. Persevere 8. Teach alternatives 9. Adapt and learn from mistakes 10. Take care of yourself Some web spoof sites mentioned were: http://www.gatt.org -- spoof of GATT http://www.whirledbank.org -- spoof of world bank http://www.mespotlight.org -- spoof of McDonalds Overall, i really enjoyed this magazine and would recommend it to anyone interested in eco-activism. Although, for me the magazine was not of much use. I think we need people to "BE" ecological along with fighting the system. This concept of "BEING" ecological was not easy to find in any of the articles and did not seem to be understood. For example: in commandment 9 they say "Teach alternatives" but nowhere do they say "live the alternatives". For me the best teacher is example and experience. It is easy to tell others to change but not easy to change ourself. You must be the change you wish to see in the world. -- Mahatma Gandhi jeff
