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US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Amid Rising Fascism, the Left Looks for Action. It Should Also Ask Questions.

Anti-fascism must include anti-colonial approaches to effectively address current societal challenges.
#activism
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Film
fromRoger Ebert
1 week ago

Book Excerpt: That Very Witch: Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch Film by Payton McCarty-Simas | Features | Roger Ebert

The evolution of the cinematic witch in American culture parallels changes in feminist movements over time.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 week ago

Restoring Our Capacities: How an Asset Lens Can Serve Movements Today - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

"ABCD was created to challenge the deficiency lens that depicts neighborhoods of color as helpless. It emphasizes that community change begins with recognizing local assets.”
Social justice
fromCounterPunch.org
3 weeks ago

Socialism Is Good Politics

Zohran Mamdani's victory signals a significant trend of success for left-wing candidates through robust grassroots engagement and clear political commitments.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Remembering Dan Siegel, who told the crowd to take People's Park on Bloody Thursday

Dan Siegel was a pioneering civil rights lawyer who significantly contributed to workers' and human rights over five decades before his death at 79.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Teens made a statement during 'No Kings' protest in San Jose

Goldstein noted, "The president is doing some very, very dangerous things," emphasizing the urgency of youth activism amid troubling political actions.
US politics
SF politics
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago

Federal Workers Are Organizing for Democracy-from the Inside Out - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

In 2025, federal workers lead the Federal Unionists Network to combat governmental dismantling and advocate for a strong, accountable public service.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I was one of the few people able to document it': shooting the Black Panthers in pictures

The Black Panther Party was a significant movement advocating for Black rights through armed self-defense and community programs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Will the public side with the protesters in LA? Here are some lessons from history | Musa al-Gharbi

ICE raids in LA sparked substantial protests, leading to federal troop deployment to suppress the unrest, increasing tensions and public demonstrations.
#trump-administration
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Right-Wing Campaign to Suppress Opposition Consolidates Its Gains

The Trump administration's actions reflect a systematic effort to undermine judicial independence and suppress opposition.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Right-Wing Campaign to Suppress Opposition Consolidates Its Gains

The Trump administration's actions reflect a systematic effort to undermine judicial independence and suppress opposition.
more#trump-administration
fromTruthout
1 month ago

In France, a Rail Worker Is Going on Trial for Tweeting in Support of Palestine

Anasse Kazib faces trial for pro-Palestinian tweets, illustrating state repression of dissent against Israel's actions.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Surprisingly Radical History of Father's Day

Father's Day originated from serious social issues rather than commercial motives, aiming to address family and racial inequality.
Left-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Vincent Bevins: The elites have discovered they can govern us without legitimacy'

The early 2010s saw unprecedented global protests against political oppression and social injustice, uniting diverse populations worldwide.
#solidarity-economy
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History
fromtime.com
2 months ago

I Teach U.S. History at Harvard. Here's What Donald Trump Gets Wrong About Our Past

Historical interpretations evolve based on new evidence and understandings, not ideology.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How did 2020's Black Lives Matter movement change the world? Our panel responds

Despite some changes in the U.S. post-2020 protests, significant reforms have stalled and public perception can differ from the reality of progress.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French word of the day: Manif

Manif, short for manifestation, signifies protest and is a deeply ingrained aspect of French social culture.
#protests
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Mexican Communities in US Rise in Protest Against Trump's Deportation Threats

Mexican communities are organizing widespread protests against anti-immigrant policies, showcasing resilience and demand for recognition in the face of adversity.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Meet The Organizer Who Turned The Tesla Showroom Into a Weekly Protest Hub

Patty Moddelmog leads weekly protests outside Tesla to advocate for worker rights and spark bipartisan awareness.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Protest can shape the world': Rebecca Solnit on the fight back against Trump

Protests against the Trump administration, despite minimal media coverage, can have significant indirect impacts over time.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Mexican Communities in US Rise in Protest Against Trump's Deportation Threats

Mexican communities are organizing widespread protests against anti-immigrant policies, showcasing resilience and demand for recognition in the face of adversity.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Meet The Organizer Who Turned The Tesla Showroom Into a Weekly Protest Hub

Patty Moddelmog leads weekly protests outside Tesla to advocate for worker rights and spark bipartisan awareness.
more#protests
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Even Tesla drivers seem to hate Elon Musk. Their honking protest warms the heart | Zoe Williams

Park Royal station is critically flawed for pedestrians and poorly designed for urban access.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A year of hate: what I learned when I went undercover with the far right

The author went undercover for over a year in the far-right to gain insights into extremist behaviors and motivations.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

'The Francis Effect': What Pope Francis did, and couldn't do, for the LGBTQ+ community

Pope Francis has significantly impacted the Catholic Church's stance on LGBTQ issues, showcasing a willingness to engage while facing challenges in institutional acceptance.
SF politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Fascism Isn't Coming - It's Here. Now What?

Confronting fascism requires strategic coalition building based on compassion and shared knowledge for safety and justice during challenging political times.
fromemptywheel
3 months ago

Millions of Americans 'Disappeared' - Thanks to US Media - emptywheel

Corporate-owned media coverage fails to reflect the public's concerns during significant protests.
Media's shortcomings have historical roots, affecting the visibility of important social movements.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Arsonists Set Fire to a Dozen Teslas, Charging Stations Amid "Anti-Capitalist Coordination to Target Tesla"

Tesla's brand is under attack as political and social movements target it as a symbol of capitalism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Surfers, sheep and sexual revolution: the film-makers who sold Australia to the world

The footage from World Expo '70 portrayed Australia as a carefree, young, white nation, emphasizing a controlled image defined by government standards.
SF LGBT
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Zelenskyy heads to US for Trump meeting with minerals deal expected to be signed Europe live

Massive protests in Athens, with over 300,000 participating, mark the second anniversary of the preventable Tempe train crash.
Women
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago

International Women's Day 2025: What is it and how can you get involved?

International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements and promotes gender equality, calling for collective action under the theme 'Accelerate Action' for a feminist future.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

How Serbia's student protesters organize fight for justice DW 02/16/2025

University students at Novi Sad have mobilized in a blockade to demand accountability for a tragedy and have effectively organized their efforts.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

The New Temperance Is All About Health

Sobriety has evolved from a radical social movement aimed at moral rectification to a modern tool for personal self-optimization and health consciousness.
fromFast Company
7 months ago

How Big Tech labor organizers aim to unite for Trump 2.0

The election of Donald Trump catalyzed a shift in tech worker activism, transforming individual efforts into larger movements focused on company practices concerning politics, environment, and employee treatment.
Miscellaneous
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago

The Resistance Will Look Different This Time Around. That's OK.

The political resistance ignited by Trump's election revealed a shift toward individualism and away from collective activism in present times.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
8 months ago

Economic Justice: Why We Must Build a New Common Sense - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Elections in the U.S. are binary and often fail to represent diverse opinions, highlighting a need for electoral reform.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
10 months ago

"Our Power Is Where We Choose One Another": Abolitionists Discuss Our Moment

The last decade of Black-led organizing highlights the ongoing challenges and efforts against police violence, emphasizing both setbacks and progress.
Media industry
fromTruthout
11 months ago

Movement Media Organizations Are Coming Together to Build Power

Collaboration among independent media-makers is essential to enhance movement journalism in response to the urgent social and political issues of our time.
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