I used to be in Teach For America. It taught me a few things:
-The vast majority of humans all want the same things, basically Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
-We are more similar than different.
-Try to understand people's motivations before you criticize their politics.
I've been approached by TFA-adjacent orgs on several occasions to try to get me to run for statewide office. I'd do it, except for the fact that it would mean an 80% pay cut. If I did not have a spouse and kids, it would be something to consider.
