The Bossticks The Dissenters, Debra Messing & Mandana Dayani On Activism, Voting, & How To Constantly Educate Ourselves To Be Better
Jun 5, 2020
Debra Messing and Mandana Dayani discuss activism, voting, and constant self-education. They highlight the power of voting, especially among the younger generation, and the importance of activism. The speakers share their experiences as outsiders and the influence of childhood incidents on their involvement in activism. They also discuss the significance of dissent, allyship, and continuous learning in creating positive change. The chapter covers social media activism, dealing with criticism, and learning from mistakes. The guests provide resources for staying informed and promoting activism, including book recommendations and Instagram accounts to follow.
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Dissent as Active Allyship
- Dissenting means saying something is not okay and being open to learning and growing.
- It includes being an ally, listening, reposting with understanding, and admitting you don’t know everything.
Early Activism Roots
- Deborah Messing grew up facing anti-Semitism and feeling like an outsider.
- Early exposure to activism came from campaigning with her brother, inspiring her lifelong commitment to fairness and kindness.
Global Ambassador Experience
- Deborah became a global ambassador for youth AIDS and traveled to Zimbabwe.
- This experience led to influencing U.S. funding for treatment and prevention, using her platform for impact.