Those engaged in activism are continually seeking ways to be more effective with their limited time and resources so as to continue producing maximum desired outcomes. Whether you want education reform, healthcare reform, a political outcome, or to advance environmental initiatives, it’s critical to be as effective as possible. A common strategy used in activism, politics,… Continue reading Activism: 10 Reasons Why a ‘Love Conquers Hate’ Message is Ineffective
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Barack Obama Comments About Donald Trump (14 Nov 2016)
“We had a very cordial conversation. That didn’t surprise me… because he is obviously a gregarious person. He is somebody who likes to mix it up and to have a vigorous debate. What’s clear was that he is able to tap into yes the anxieties but also the enthusiasm of his voters in a way… Continue reading Barack Obama Comments About Donald Trump (14 Nov 2016)
Post-Election Fear and Trauma Among College Students and Youth
There are numerous reports of children, youth, and college students being depressed, fearful, and anxious about the outcome of the 2016 election. This article is offered to explain this phenomenon to those who perceive it to be a matter of young people being spoiled and unable to accept not getting thir way. Having picking up on… Continue reading Post-Election Fear and Trauma Among College Students and Youth
Sheldon Whitehouse: Open Letter To Donald J. Trump
This is an open letter to President-elect Trump. I want you to know that America expects better of you as President than what it saw in the campaign you ran. You are now to be our President, and that brings new responsibilities. I hope you feel the call of history to live up to them.… Continue reading Sheldon Whitehouse: Open Letter To Donald J. Trump
Post-Election Resources for Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward
In the recent U.S. presidential election, given the diversified field of candidates originally running, millions of people didn’t get their first choice of candidate. Many felt like they’d settled for a candidate they weren’t enthusiastic about. Presumably there was a minority of people that were excited from the start to see Hillary or Trump win,… Continue reading Post-Election Resources for Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward
Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, and Five Levels of Race Awareness in America
U.S. Election Turns to Race This past week, the U.S. presidential election brought the issue of race to the forefront of our national public dialog. This was ignited by a heated exchange between the presidential frontrunners who were each trying to prove they weren’t as racist as their opponent. Struggling for the Black vote, each candidate… Continue reading Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, and Five Levels of Race Awareness in America
Concerns About Donald Trump as President
Resources The following resources are sufficient in explaining the breadth and depth of concerns about Donald Trump as president. Trump vs Trump This video “Trump Exposes Trump” was originally uploaded to YouTube on 23 Jul 2016 by the YouTube user named PlainSight. As of 3 Oct 2016, it’s had 1.2 million views. There’s also a version without… Continue reading Concerns About Donald Trump as President
Today Google pushed a Hillary Clinton campaign ad to millions of people as ‘Trending on YouTube’
If you have a mobile device with the Google YouTube app installed, and notifications turned on, around 2PM CT you likely receive an announcement about a ‘trending’ video on YouTube. There are of course thousands of trending videos that you didn’t get notified about, but this one was selected as worthy. It’s the latest anti-Trump video… Continue reading Today Google pushed a Hillary Clinton campaign ad to millions of people as ‘Trending on YouTube’
Donald Trump: Praising Hillary Clinton, Universal Healthcare and Taxing the Rich (Videos)
The videos below show a civilized Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump saying nice things about each other. I Like Hillary Clinton Trump: “I like her and I like her husband… He’s a really good guy and she’s a really good person and woman.” (Speaking of Hillary and Bill Clinton) A Democrat Trump: “I probably identify… Continue reading Donald Trump: Praising Hillary Clinton, Universal Healthcare and Taxing the Rich (Videos)
Rorschach Test: Understanding the Donald Trump Star of David Controversy
During the 2016 presidential election, I’ve been concerned with how the news media is poorly covering the serious issues, and instead reporting on their own often fabricated tabloid-style sensationalized topics. Although I’ve been a Bernie Sanders supporter, and now lean more toward Jill Stein of the Green Party, I still care about accuracy in the… Continue reading Rorschach Test: Understanding the Donald Trump Star of David Controversy
Here’s Why Corporate Mainstream Media is Failing to Defeat Donald Trump
Corporate owned and controlled mainstream media is placating Democrats, liberals, and progressives by providing fluff pieces and sensationalized tabloid-style articles critical of Donald Trump. Unfortunately, the independent media, entertainment/comedy news, bloggers, and YouTubers are following that example. Eight Media Misrepresentations about Donald Trump Initially Trump’s hair and skin color were the focus of much attention. For… Continue reading Here’s Why Corporate Mainstream Media is Failing to Defeat Donald Trump
Videos of Latinos, Muslims, Women, and African Americans who support Donald Trump
According to most media reports, Donald Trump is running a presidential campaign based on hatred, divisiveness, bigotry, vulgarity, insults, sexism, racism, and nationalistic anti-immigrant fear-mongering. In contrast to that narrative, and the selective soundbites that support it, among those who support Donald Trump and have attended his rallies there a surprising number of Latinos, Muslims, African Americans, women,… Continue reading Videos of Latinos, Muslims, Women, and African Americans who support Donald Trump