But we will

The first thought that came to mind in response to the outcome of the Australian national elections on Threatened Species Day, 7 September 2013:

“It is horrifying that we have to fight our own government to save the environment.” – Ansel Adams

Wangari Muta Maathai, 1940-2011

RIP Wangari Maathai

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There are people around the world who commit small acts of heroism every day. There are those who show great courage in pursuing what they know is right in the face of great intimidation. There are those who dedicate their lives to public good, whatever the personal cost to themselves.

Professor Wangari Maathai was all those things, and more, inspiring others to start “doing the best I can”.