Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2024 - JP Lyninger, Louisville, KY Metro Council District 6

In the upcoming May 21 primary in the Metro Council District 6 race in Louisville, KY, Jejune is profiling JP Lyninger (he/him/his). JP is running as a Democratic Socialist for the seat, after several years organizing with the Democratic Socialists of America at both the local and national levels. In 2022 he managed fellow Democratic Socialist Robert Levertis Bell’s run for State Representative and co-managed Kentucky Access for All’s campaign to defeat a state constitutional ban on abortion, contacting every voter in the state regardless of voter ID to explain that abortion bans harm the working class regardless of whether they identify as Democrats or Republicans. This year, JP has personally knocked on over 6000 doors for his campaign, and has made it his goal to talk to every voter in District 6 by election day.

Reasons to Consider Shopping for Sustainable Food - By Cora Gold

With increasing wildfires and storms brought on by climate change, it’s little wonder that 67% of Americans report feeling the weight of climate anxiety.

You may be wondering how a single person can contribute to a healthier planet. Even the most minor changes to your daily habits can play an essential role in making improvements. For example, modifying how you grocery shop can influence the foods you see on shelves and manufacturing methods.

If you’re looking for a way to get more involved in the fight against climate change, consider shopping for organic and sustainably sourced foods. Food is considered sustainable when its production is good for the environment, the workers and the consumers, sometimes aligning with organic and local farming. While the concept of sustainable food can be complex, there are simple ways you can make better choices at the grocery store.

Easy Ways to Start Traveling Sustainably This Year

Travel brings a sense of adventure and freedom unlike anything else. Seeing new sights, meeting new people, and experiencing local culture is a sure-fire way to broaden your horizons and challenge yourself with new ideas.

Unfortunately, modern travel isn’t always kind to the environment. However, travel is still a worthwhile endeavor and one that you can improve with a few easy steps. Here are five ways you can travel more sustainably this year.