Here’s a Wild Idea That’s Taking Root
Students are organizing locally with a wild idea that makes a difference and makes a statement. Growing up, I absorbed a lot of values from my Ol’ Texas … Read more
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No Vote, No Work: The First American Labor Strike Was in 1619!
Workers in America have a long history of standing up for themselves: The first labor strike was by Jamestown artisans in 1619. The corporate hierarchy has long tried … Read more
Who’s Behind the Increasing Suppression of Your Right to Protest?
Multinational corporations have been quietly colluding with legislators and governors to suppress the right to protest. As British playwright and political rabble-rouser George Bernard Shaw noted, “You don’t … Read more
Will You Enlist in Trump’s War?
Trump might have dodged military service in his youth, but he is pondering a real shooting war now. Doggonit, Donald Trump missed the opportunity to become a General … Read more
We Can Beat Back the Reign of Trump
What Trump DIDN’T say in his blustery speeches will surprise his supporters. Buckle up, friends. Most Americans are about to be detoured onto a rough and rocky back … Read more
Movie Review: “Paying the Price for Peace,” the Story of S. Brian Willson
“Paying the Price for Peace” is a new documentary about Vietnam Veteran and peace activist S. Brian Willson, who was run over by a train during a protest … Read more
What’s Next for the Bernie Sanders Revolution?
The ‘political revolution’ Sanders spoke of is actually happening – join in with the serious, but fun, work! As we approach the upcoming Democratic convention, let’s look back … Read more
‘Human Relations’ Depts Hide Inhumanity of Global Corporations
Introducing Glencore, rapacious global lord with no real human relations. Giant corporate entities have become so far-flung and impersonal that “human relations” departments have been created within the … Read more
Grassroots Democracy-Building in Iowa
Democracy is never given to us, but must be won. As Henrik Ibsen said: “You should never wear your best trousers when you go out to fight for … Read more
