Ellis Jones, Ph.D. is the award-winning, best-selling author of four previous editions of The Better World Shopping Guide, and co-author of The Better World Handbook. A scholar of social responsibility, global citizenship, and ethical consumerism, he gives presentations throughout the US and Canada empowering people to make a difference. Ellis is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Holy Cross College in Worcester, MA, where he focuses his energies on bridging the gap between academics, activists, and the average citizen. www.betterworldshopper.org
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Building A Better World
The Cycle Of Cynicism
The Cycle Of Hope
The Ten Thought Traps
The Seven Foundations Of A Better World
Economic Fairness
Comprehensive Peace
Ecological Sustainability
Deep Democracy
Social Justice
Simple Living
Revitalized Community
Actions For A Better World
Money
Banking
Credit Cards
Saving
Investing
Shopping
What to Buy
Who to Buy It From
Better World Buying Guide
Food
Buying Groceries
Eating
Planting a Garden
Personal
Extraordinary Living
Emotional Well-Being
Physical Well-Being
Reflection
Friends & Family
Building Strong Relationships
Giving Gifts
Children
Community
Neighborhood
Local Community
Community Issues
Spirituality & Religion
Spiritual Well-Being
Faith In Action
Religious and Spiritual Community
Spiritual and Religious Groups
Home
Energy
Water
Trash
Lawn and Garden
Your Home
Work
Workplace Relationships
Socially Responsible Workplace
Finding Good Work
Media
Television
Radio
Magazines
Newspapers
Internet
Politics
Voting
Getting Involved
The Top Ten Issues List
Transportation
Walking
Bicycling
Public Transit
Automobiles
Travel
Where to Go
Where to Stay
What to Do
Extraordinary Travel
Organizations
Getting Involved
Giving
Finding Organizations
Amazing Organizations
The Best of the Rest
The Top Ten Actions For A Better World
Notes
Action Checklist
About The Authors
Index
