- Franklin D. Roosevelt, Former US President, 1945.
Interdependence is the way in which all organisms on earth are connected.This quote summarizes that the world today has been very dependent on other countries to support us and we have to be connected to other countries in order to get the resources supplied to us. Without interdependence, trade would not be there to help our economy grow and also have the supplies of resources for our species to live. As we are all globally connected to the world, it makes us more aware of our actions and how our actions impact other things in today’s society. Also, David Suzuki, an environmentalist, has a strong believe that interdependence is present in our generation. David also stated that we are linked to the web of diversity with all living things which makes us interconnected and staying connected through the internet isn’t sufficient. He portrays that we should stay connected with the foundation of the 3 shifts with interdependence. Those three shifts are “from dominance to partnership”, “fragmentation to connection”, and “insecurity to interdependence”. These 3 shifts mainly establish of all global citizens coming together as one and look at the big picture of a safer and better society for all species on planet earth. Interdependence has formed our society today and we are global citizens that we no longer have to think about one’s best interest. Now we have to base our best interests on the one that impacts the world in a positive way.
This was a really good post, Ray.
ReplyDeleteI think it's really important for everyone to remember that without interdependence, trade would not be there to help our economy grow and also have the supplies of resources for our species to live. It's a vital part of all of our lives
I thought that it was really effectiv incoporate quotes by David Suzuki and summarize his beliefs.
Good Job!
Great post Ray! Good job introducing us to what interdependence is and connecting it to the quote. Also great job including David Suzuki and his 3 shifts. It shows a new level of understanding and takes your post to the next level. Good job!!
ReplyDeleteI agree that the three shifts establish all the global citizens. This is very important when looking at such a complex topic such as interdependence. Interdependence can either work in our favor or complete against it. So it is our responsibly to take it step by step to make sure no drastic results occur out of the blue.
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