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“What are You Hungry For” With Coach Ginn

Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from Stouffer’s is an example. Coach Ted Ginn, football coach of Glenville High School and founder of Ginn Academy, the only all-boys high school in… Continue reading “What are You Hungry For” With Coach Ginn

We’re Draining the Wrong End of the Swamp

It’s disappointing to see that some of the best people in politics are often marginalized, bullied, personally attacked, and in other ways deterred from continuing in public service. Moderates and those working across the isle are often criticized by extremists in their respective parties. Innovative reformists and those willing to express concern or criticism about… Continue reading We’re Draining the Wrong End of the Swamp

Is Violence an Effective Tool of Resistance and Protest?

Responding to Racism with Violence or Peaceful Protest Is Violence Ever Acceptable in the Face of Hate Groups? Richard Cohen, President of The Southern Poverty Law Center, and Mark Bray, Author, “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook” debate the tactics used by white nationalist counter-protesters. [Source: NBC, 20 Aug 2017]

Five Levels of Race Awareness

Having lived over half a century in America and with some experience traveling to other countries, I’ve observed what could be referred to as Five Levels of Race Awareness which can help provide a framework for understanding and discussing race issues. LEVEL 1 – Unaware In some communities there is a plentiful potpourri of diversity,… Continue reading Five Levels of Race Awareness

Resources for Combating Racism

One approach to combatting racism is to have violent clashes with white supremacists and Nazis at rallies. However, these street fights may result in an even more committed group of racists with few defectors. Below are some resources that provide an insight into alternative methods of combating racism through less violent means. These videos and links… Continue reading Resources for Combating Racism

Flashpoint Activism: The War on Terrorism and Ending Racism

Introduction In the aftermath of the Charlottesville tragedy, this article attempts to explore how people who dislike racism and hate can be more effective at eliminating those and other undesirable views. Samantha Bee posted a video (below) stating “Punching Nazis doesn’t help. But you can put that energy somewhere that does. Life After Hate is the… Continue reading Flashpoint Activism: The War on Terrorism and Ending Racism

Amazon to Dedicate 47,000 Square Feet to Housing Shelter Inside Seattle Headquarters

Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from Amazon is an example. For more inspiring advertising, visit ResourcesForLife.com/Inspiring-Advertising. Mary’s Place announced today that Amazon will donate more than 47,000 sq. ft. of… Continue reading Amazon to Dedicate 47,000 Square Feet to Housing Shelter Inside Seattle Headquarters

“Lions” by Skip Marley (Music Video)

Below is the music video “Lions” originally posted to YouTube on 23 Feb 2017 by Jamaican musician and activist Skip Marley – grandson of Bob Marley. The video has had about 750,000 views with the lyrics version at 1.6 million views. The song and video depict a revolutionary uprising by citizens overthrowing a tyrannical leader. It is supposed to be… Continue reading “Lions” by Skip Marley (Music Video)

How a Pepsi Commercial About Love, Peace, and Inclusion Sparked Public Protest and Outrage

Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from Pepsi is an example. For more inspiring advertising, visit ResourcesForLife.com/Inspiring-Advertising. Advertising is a gamble. Companies can spend millions on an ad campaign believing it… Continue reading How a Pepsi Commercial About Love, Peace, and Inclusion Sparked Public Protest and Outrage

Black Bloc Anthem – “You Are Not Alone” by Alan Walker (Music Video)

On 1 Dec 2016, Norwegian record producer and DJ Alan Walker launched “You Are Not Alone” as what seems to be a Black Bloc Anthem. In two months, the video has had 164 million views which is expected to climb. Walker’s music video “Faded” has had 932 million views, making his cumulative reach for two videos… Continue reading Black Bloc Anthem – “You Are Not Alone” by Alan Walker (Music Video)

ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren

Summary Courtesy of ATTN, below is the full Paying Attention video series with host Matthew Segal. Show guests include Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (in that order). The video series below begins with the Elizabeth Warren episode posted on 9 Feb 2017. This video is an embedded playlist, so… Continue reading ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren

Women’s March – Action #2 – Huddle 1-10 February 2017

“Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.” ~ Arundhati Roy This week the Women’s March movement continues with Action #2 – Local Huddle Groups. The video below describes how these Huddle events can help build on the success of the growing movement.… Continue reading Women’s March – Action #2 – Huddle 1-10 February 2017