Some issues are more nuanced, and are shades of grey rather than black and white, but I still believe if you have ranted like this issue is black and white, not standing by these public expressed convictions is weak. If you are open minded to the issue and exploring all sides, that needs to come across in your activism and advocacy and the way you model your convictions. And if your convictions change or are less radical – share it and own it.

PS. I think you do some great modelling with Chica!

A devil’s advocate question though! Say you’re against the Olympics, but are offered a free ticket. Would it be so wrong to go and check it out from the inside? You’re not investing any additional money into the Olympic machine, and if you don’t take the ticket it will just go elsewhere.

I believe that to be an effective advocate you have to explore both sides of the issue and not *just* rant. Perhaps attending an Olympic event with its Coke-emblazoned signage would further someone’s convictions…or maybe seeing the genuine emotion and passion of athletes and spectators would give them a more nuanced take on the issue…?

I can’t think of a similar rationale for eating a Big Mac though. If meat is murder, it doesn’t matter what it tastes like.

I’ll get back to you on that one.