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Brandon Letsinger on Cascadia and Bioregional Activism

Frontiers of Commoning, with David Bollier

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Bioregional Activism: Origins and Evolution

This chapter examines the development of bioregional consciousness and activism, centering on the Planet Drum Foundation and grassroots organizing efforts throughout the 1980s. It highlights the importance of the Cascadia Bioregional Congress and the interconnectedness of climate issues, advocating for a shift in how communities engage with local environments. The discussion emphasizes bioregional mapping as a crucial tool for legitimizing local ecological knowledge and fostering community-driven governance in the face of climate challenges.

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