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The video discusses the importance of courage in activism, highlighting examples from Amnesty International. It describes a successful postcard campaign that pressured dictatorships to release prisoners. The speaker emphasizes that activism can be simple, everyday actions like smiling or helping others.

What is the speaker's perspective on courage?

• Courage is only for those who find it easy to do great things.

• Courage is for those who find it challenging to do brave things.

• Courage is irrelevant in today's world.

• Courage is only needed in extreme situations.

What was the innovative method used by the organization in California to influence change?

• Lobbying government officials directly.

• Creating viral social media campaigns.

• Writing and sending postcards to dictatorship jails.

• Organizing large protests.

What was the outcome of the postcard initiative mentioned by the speaker?

• It was ignored by the authorities.

• It had no impact on the jailers.

• It led to the release of prisoners from torture.

• It resulted in stricter jail policies.

According to the speaker, what are some forms of everyday activism?

• Organizing large-scale events.

• Smiling, praying, and helping others.

• Donating large sums of money.

• Writing lengthy articles.

What is the speaker's advice for contributing to a better world?

• Rely on others to make changes.

• Focus on grand gestures.

• Do what you can every day.

• Wait for the right moment.