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68. He was my hero and inspiration

Tue Sep 16, 2025, 11:04 AM

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He was one of the first environmental activist that had a public platform to capitalize off of. He not only was instrumental in the founding of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) but also reaching to children with the Wilderness Society. I cannot remember the name of the kids eco magazine he founded, but I read every issue cover to cover.

“Bob” was known for being a heartthrob and a great actor (and filmmaker), establishing the Sundance Film Festival, and a host of other things, but his example, advocacy, and investment in advancing care and protection for the environment is what his true legacy should be.

How sad for him to die, knowing what is coming and what has been broken of his life’s work with the sycophantic cretins in this administration.

We will fight on, Bob and carry the torch.

https://orionmagazine.org/article/robert-redford-nature-interview/

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