The Goal

Hi!  My name is Michelle Lasley and I have a goal of educating people on the importance of a sustainable society.  Now that I'm graduated from Portland State University, implementing that goal has become the next step. 

I believe people want to take care of those people and things they care about, and at heart we all have the same or similar basic interests.  That interest is taking care of our families, friends, and homes.  But, we're all busy working two jobs, taking care of families, and trying to keep in contact with those who live far away.  These hectic lifestyles sometimes make it hard to 'do the right thing.' 

This portion of the Green Guide is designed to help make it clearer candidates positions on issues and where they stand regarding the environment.  There are a few pages dedicated to explaining some key points that could help our society move in a direction that supports individual liberties and societal responsibility.  And, the main pages will be dedicated to the candidates and where they stand.

Qualifications

2008, B.A. Social Science & Sustainable Urban Development, Portland State University
2008, Co-author The Tolman Guide to Green Living in Portland

In addition to all things green, I transferred to PSU from Michigan State University where I pursued Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy.  Although I did not finish at MSU, my schooling there helped shape my thoughts and how I approach politics.  I believe we should all vote our conscience and that path would raise support for "3rd Party Candidates".  By raising the role 3rd Party Candidates have, I believe we could make the diverse voices of this great country heard on a broader, louder scale.