Following Donald Trump’s inauguration speech, Dennis Kucinich, a liberal progressive Democrat, had this to say on Facebook: GREAT #inauguration speech! Donald Trump’s message of unity is critical at this moment. I call upon all Americans to join in a common effort to create a great vision for our country, our people and for peace in the world.… Continue reading Dennis Kucinich: “GREAT Inauguration Speech!”
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Threat Inventory by Level of Severity – A Guide for Activists
Introduction ThreatNewsRadar.com provides an inventory of validated threats to humanity and the planet. The site and accompanying Facebook page report on threats as determined by big data and multiple disparate sources that agree on the facts. However, the Threat News Radar initiative does not track false positives or sensationalized news. In the months ahead, there will be a… Continue reading Threat Inventory by Level of Severity – A Guide for Activists
George W. Bush and Barack Obama in Africa – Health Clinics for Women
In 2013, George W. Bush and Barack Obama met in Tanzania. The video below shows some inspiring coverage of work being done in Africa by Laura and George W. Bush who are helping establish health clinics for women. In the video, Bush and Obama share some positive comments about each other’s work. It’s not the… Continue reading George W. Bush and Barack Obama in Africa – Health Clinics for Women
Inauguration 2017 – Event Video Including Protest Coverage
Summary The videos below offer coverage of the Inauguration 2017 events including some protest coverage. If you know of any additional videos that should be here, let us know, and we’ll add them to this page. Thanks! Inaugural Video Coverage ABC News TIME Protest – Live Coverage “Inaugurate the Resistance” RUPTLY TV Protesters are due to… Continue reading Inauguration 2017 – Event Video Including Protest Coverage
@SaneProgressive Debbie Lusignan: “Post-Partisan Politics”
Below is a video message from Debbie Lusignan discussing what could be summarized as “Post-Partisan Politics.” Debbie is on Twitter as @SaneProgressive and she’s the author of the ElectionFraud2016.wordpress.com website. There’s a growing movement of Progressives who would like to see the Democratic Party better serve the interests of regular citizens rather than billionaires, corporations,… Continue reading @SaneProgressive Debbie Lusignan: “Post-Partisan Politics”
Counterproductive Activism: How Direct Action Protests Could Harm the Progressive Movement in America
“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
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
President Barack Obama Farewell Address – 10 January 2017
Below is the full White House video of President Obama’s farewell speech delivered on 10 January 2017.
Cornel West Talks About the Presidency of Barack Obama
This is a short excerpt from a 10 January 2017 BBC World Service Newshour broadcast featuring Dr. Cornel West talking about the presidency of Barack Obama. In compliance with the Fair Use Doctrine, this short clip is shared here for public commentary and educational purposes. Although Cornel West is talking about President Obama, the topics and… Continue reading Cornel West Talks About the Presidency of Barack Obama
Trevor Noah on NPR – Fresh Air – Discusses Donald J Trump
Trevor Noah Interview – Friday – 16 December 2016 – National Public Radio – Fresh Air – Excerpts: Trevor Noah discusses Donald J Trump, language, and African dictators. The complete show and transcript are available at npr.org/2016/12/16/505847054/trevor-noah-says-he-grew-up-in-the-shadow-of-a-giant-his-mom. Click the play button below to hear an excerpt from the show.