“Nonviolence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind. It is mightier than the mightiest weapon of destruction devised by the ingenuity of man.” – Gandhi Introduction This article is about ineffective activism. To read about what actually works, read “An 11-Point Action Plan for Progressives.” When Marching for Peace Turns Violent About 14… Continue reading Counterproductive Activism: How Direct Action Protests Could Harm the Progressive Movement in America
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A Response to Robert Reich’s 12-Point Resistance Agenda
Introduction A few days ago, Robert Reich posted a 12-point action plan “The First 100 Days Resistance Agenda” as a guideline and marching orders for progressives wanting to take action against Trump. It’s available on his website as well as on Newsweek.com and YesMagazine.com websites. We’ve featured it on our website under Strategic Plans and Guidebooks for… Continue reading A Response to Robert Reich’s 12-Point Resistance Agenda
Strategic Plans and Guidebooks for Progressives – From 2017 Onward
Following the 2016 U.S. election outcome, the landscape has changed slightly for activists and progressives. Various action plans have been offered for people to reorient, refocus, united, and effectively move forward. Here are a few resources for progressives. Some of these plans are calls for social uprisings that will produce chaos and anarchy. Other plans… Continue reading Strategic Plans and Guidebooks for Progressives – From 2017 Onward
An 11-Point Action Plan for Progressives
Introduction The 2016 election offers some very valuable lessons for anyone involved in social activism or politics. We saw many good examples of what failed as well as what actually worked to bring about change and energize public interest. For those who lost, the following is sort of a mirror opposite of what failed to… Continue reading An 11-Point Action Plan for Progressives
Remembering Fidel Castro: In Praise of Fascist Dictators, Oppressive Tyrants, and Militant Despots
On 26 November 2016, at age 90, Fidel Castro passed away peacefully among friends and family after 57 years in public service as Prime Minister and then President of Cuba. The nation is observing 9-days of mourning as Cubans remember the leader they fondly refer to as ‘el Comandante.’ He was described as “sincere” and… Continue reading Remembering Fidel Castro: In Praise of Fascist Dictators, Oppressive Tyrants, and Militant Despots
Break the Cycle – Just like the ‘war on terrorism’ we are creating more of the fear, bigotry, and hate we profess to be fighting against.
[The following article by Charles Eisenstein addresses how we as ‘liberals’ can look at the world and respond in more effective ways to produce better outcomes that will break cycles of bigotry, hatred, and violence so that instead we create understanding and transformation. It’s been reposted elsewhere under various titles. The title we’ve given it is: “Break… Continue reading Break the Cycle – Just like the ‘war on terrorism’ we are creating more of the fear, bigotry, and hate we profess to be fighting against.
“Before the Flood” – Leonardo DiCaprio – A Planetary Warning and Call to Action
Summary The following video is an important global announcement regarding the fate of the planet. In cooperation with National Geographic, the United Nations, various world leaders (including Pope Francis), and numerous organizations, U.N. Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio traveled the world for three years to document the current environmental state of the earth. This documentary… Continue reading “Before the Flood” – Leonardo DiCaprio – A Planetary Warning and Call to Action
Gerald Daugherty Funny Campaign Ad – Travis County Commissioner
Normally someone running for the position of County Commissioner would likely not be known a few counties away, but Gerald Daugherty’s funny campaign ad has resulted in national media attention. Media Coverage Below is a video from MSNBC and CNN covered the ad recently also. Published on Oct 26, 2016. Watch as the Morning Joe panel… Continue reading Gerald Daugherty Funny Campaign Ad – Travis County Commissioner
Years of Living Dangerously – New Season Premiers Sunday 30 October 2016 on National Geographic
About the Documentary This Emmy-winning series follows celebrity correspondents around the world, to witness first-hand the effects of climate change on our planet and to learn how we can save it for future generations. New Season premieres Sunday, Oct. 30, on Nat Geo. Visit Years of Living Dangerously on YouTube to watch previous episodes. Visit the… Continue reading Years of Living Dangerously – New Season Premiers Sunday 30 October 2016 on National Geographic
Thirteen major news stories that the media got wrong about Donald Trump — and why you should care.
Update: 7 Nov 2024 Over the eight years from 2016 to the 2024 election, U.S. news media and late night talk shows gradually became more critical of Joe Biden and more favorable to Donald Trump. This seemed to be an effort to correct for public perceptions of bias. By May of 2023, CNN helped platform… Continue reading Thirteen major news stories that the media got wrong about Donald Trump — and why you should care.
Here’s Why Republicans are Sometimes Better on Liberal and Progressive Initiatives Than Democrats
Next week Apple CEO Tim Cook will be hosting a fundraiser to support U.S. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and other House Republicans. Cook has supported Democrats and Republicans in the past. What business leaders recognize is that, despite differences on some issues, they must work with politicians in both parties to help advance common… Continue reading Here’s Why Republicans are Sometimes Better on Liberal and Progressive Initiatives Than Democrats
Success: Celebrities Speak Out On Fame and Materialism (Video)
Originally published to YouTube on Mar 4, 2016. Think For Yourself: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkForYourselfPage Free eBook “How To Change The World”: http://bit.ly/howtochangetheworldbook http://elinastonge.wix.com/howtochangetheworld Links to full interviews/talks below. Video Montage By: Elina St-Onge Clip Sources Josh Radnor: https://youtu.be/Jr7MkrHDGt0 Lady Gaga: https://youtu.be/gSwxK4pFF1o Tony Hale: https://youtu.be/EvOWeoiacpQ Russell Brand: https://youtu.be/S3PalrfEF4g Eric Clapton: https://youtu.be/5BSpuyq0dxo John Lennon: https://youtu.be/vND53ZrQD9M Tom Shadyac: https://youtu.be/goZMqb5iWk0 Alexi Panos: https://youtu.be/0Up7JgKSQpM Cara Delevingne: https://youtu.be/94GdZHp07k8 Cameron Diaz: https://youtu.be/e-HvL3TSf-8 Essena O’Neill: https://youtu.be/Xe1Qyks8QEM Alanis… Continue reading Success: Celebrities Speak Out On Fame and Materialism (Video)