join us: leaders
you can be peaceful and persuasive
Quick Steps to Sew Peace
Take our pledge at the bottom of this page
Post the pledge image to your website and social media
Reduce or omit negative campaign ads
recognize
negative ads have worked to gain votes in the past, at a cost to peace
negativity begets negativity - consider how attack ads are related to community violence
be mindful of the parts of yourself that think negative campaigning is the best way, whatever the justification, and choose the higher path because it’s what’s healthiest for local & national community
rise
commit to avoiding negative campaign ads. be creative.
share out your intentions to use positive campaigning to prioritize peace
ask your fellow candidates to do the same
enter
if you’ve hesitated to run for office due to the toxic environment, reconsider
we need leaders who prioritize peace over power
trust there’s a ripple effect even if you don’t get elected
if you’re being called, answer
practice
let’s work together to sew peace
As a political candidate or leader, I pledge to sew peace by refraining from attacking fellow candidates and leaders in my speech and campaigning. I pledge to respect their humanity though I may disagree with their actions and perspectives.