Welcome to today’s episode of our podcast! Today, we're diving into the fascinating concept of "activism for introverts." We explore a recent event in Brooklyn, where participants gathered at the Old Stone House to hand-copy the U.S. Constitution. Morgan O’Hara, an 84-year-old conceptual artist, initiated this project in 2017. Frustrated by political discourse, she began this practice as a way of deepening her understanding of our rights. As she put it, “There have been so many experiences in my life where I have a lot to say but the extroverts always win.”

Since then, thousands worldwide, from Taipei to Berlin, have joined in this meditative form of activism, participating in 147 public writing sessions. At the Brooklyn event, four women, including a political-science student and a novelist, found that writing the Constitution isn’t just educational—it’s a conversation starter. They began discussing current political issues, revealing that even seemingly simple phrases—like “foreign emoluments”—trigger deeper reflections.

O’Hara described the calming nature of the activity: “When you’re calm you make better decisions.” As these women shared insights and laughter, they highlighted not only the document's history but its relevance today. Perhaps in a world of chaos, this quiet, reflective approach is how we can engage with democracy meaningfully. As one participant quipped, “Maybe we should do this with Congress.” Join us next time as we explore more innovative ideas in activism!
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