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A Kinder, Gentler Approach: "The Next Evolution" by Jack Reed

Like many people, I was shocked by the Zeitgeist movie and have been immersed in researching the state of the world, especially its economy, ever since. I was happy to discover that the Venus Project is the solution recommended by the Zeigeist Movement. Although I found Jacque Fresco's futuristic designs brilliant and beautiful, I did not hear or see a clear plan on how we get from here to the future communities he envisions. In his writings and radio appearances, Jacque seemed angry and agitated, an approach that I believe is counter-productive and part of the win/lose world that architects of a new dawn seek to leave behind. Today, I saw on his web site that his Research Center (basically his home) is up for sale by the owner. Not sure what this means, but it doesn't look good for the Venus Project.

I recently discovered and am now reading a book that I think is very clear about where we are now and about creating a world that works for everyone. Jack Reed creates a clear path from here to there which seems very doable. In addition, members of his organization, the Community Planet Foundation are already bringing this vision into reality. This is happening because Jack's "New Evolution" is just that, a natural evolution from where we are now, unfolding a new society. No need for revolution, convolution or lots of new technological wonders that are somehow mass produced in a non-industrial world. All we really need is conscious, courageous people.