HumansTogether is about finding the values that can move us to a planetary “species consciousness.” Haiti is a good example, both of the things that bind us together as humans and of the lack of global coordination that is required to face these large disasters.

We don’t ask what religion these people are or what their political party is before we bring aid. The whole world unites to bring aid.

But soon the politics will begin. Those who are expending resources will begin arguing over control. The right wing in this country will start to object to the amount of money being “wasted.” Such is human nature.

We will face such disasters again. Will we learn how to coordinate relief globally? Or more importantly, will we be able to rise above what divides us and help all people on the planet live together, instead of competing for resources?

HumansTogether believes that if we are to cope with the changes that are coming in climate, water and population we need a common set of beliefs and values.

To us, most religions suffer from anti-rational magical thinking and a dogmatic, closed-mindedness to other belief systems. Yet at the root of most religions is a philosophy that encourages compassion and caring for your fellow man. It’s those common values that are important.

The values that we need most are a recognition of our common humanity and an open mindedness. In other words, a respect for others and a recognition that we don’t know everything. It would also be helpful if humans were more interested in being helpful and supportive than in being right. More on values as we go along.