" Practice empathy " ( CC BY-SA 2.0 ) by quinn.anya I don’t define myself by political labels—I’m a humanist. Humanism isn’t confined to the left or the right; it’s a philosophy that transcends political divides, focusing on the value of human life and our shared responsibility to one another. Yet, somewhere along the way, politics stopped being about people. Instead of serving humanity, it has become a battleground of self-interest, polarization, and broken promises. In today’s world, leadership should be rooted in kindness, empathy, and a commitment to the well-being of all—especially those who are different from us. True humanism upholds principles such as the pursuit of happiness through service, pe...
