Writing letters has long been a feature of campaigning. To illustrate the power of the pen Amnesty International has produced two short videos. The first of these superbly reinforces the point.
Thousands of individuals across the world can in combination make a huge difference, save lives, prevent human rights abuses and obtain the release of prisoners of conscience. Amnesty's UK website contains numerous examples of people from around the world who have benefited from this simple action, who need you and me to take action now.
The second commercial entitled ink reinforces the message of the power of the pen. So it's very clear and very simple, join many others around the world and take action - send a letter, post an email.
A few minutes of our time may save a life the other side of the world.
Paul
1 comment:
Loving your site.
I believe that as a whole, we have forgotten the delicate art of the "pen being mightier than the sword".
With all the electronic options it's easy for this to get lost. but i find that, in the end, I will always pay for more attention to a friend that sent me a real letter than anything on facebook or e-mail.
My mailbox is all too empty these days.... if not for bills and junk mail. Sad ... so sad for a lover of words.
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