The past year actually saw a lot of wonderful advancements and growth. Bitcoin has made a huge splash and is looked to as an option to free people from the death grip of banks and credit card companies. Tarana Burke’s #MeToo movement has gained momentum in giving people the courage to speak out against sexual harassment and assault. Chelsea Manning was released from prison, notching a win for the pursuit of truth. And sure, that stuff is getting buried under an avalanche of crap, but it’s still worth noting. Let’s continue to grow in 2018.