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Global Marketplace Democracy – Ethical Green Shopping and Buying

Activism > Politics Summary. As individual citizens, it’s difficult to complete with large corporations for the loyalty of our political representatives. However, by choosing to spend money on ethical products, services, companies, manufacturers, organization, and vendors, you can powerfully determine what kind of world we live in. In the world of investing, this is referred to as… Continue reading Global Marketplace Democracy – Ethical Green Shopping and Buying

Unexpected Viewpoints on the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Introduction The following documents and resources express viewpoints from either side of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict that may be helpful in gaining a broader understanding – particularly for those who may have only heard one side of the argument. The resources below are offered because they convey something of value to the dialog and narrative toward peace.… Continue reading Unexpected Viewpoints on the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Consumer Advisory: Wisconsin Capitol Police Arresting Citizens for Holding Signs in WI

Summary. Travelers to Wisconsin should avoid holding signs in or near the Capitol building or any other state office building or facility. This includes inside the buildings or on the grounds surrounding the building(s). Signs Prohibited. This prohibition includes pieces of paper with any message, regardless of how harmless the message is. The sign could… Continue reading Consumer Advisory: Wisconsin Capitol Police Arresting Citizens for Holding Signs in WI

BROKEN ON ALL SIDES: Race, mass incarceration & new visions for criminal justice in the U.S. (Film Screening)

BROKEN ON ALL SIDES: Race, mass incarceration & new visions for criminal justice in the U.S. Date: 12 September 2012, Wednesday Time: 7:00 PM Location: 107 English-Philosophy Building, University of Iowa Facebook: Facebook.com/NewVisionsForCriminalJustice “In the United States of America today there are more African Americans in prison or jail, on probation or parole, than were… Continue reading BROKEN ON ALL SIDES: Race, mass incarceration & new visions for criminal justice in the U.S. (Film Screening)

Mass Incarceration – PBS Special on Religion & Ethics

Watch Mass Incarceration on PBS. See more from Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly. DEBORAH POTTER (Correspondent): At first glance, the Front Porch Cafe could be any neighborhood coffee shop. But the make-shift kitchen isn’t quite up to par, and those guys at the grill aren’t your typical cooks. JON SCYOC (Former Inmate): I actually have a small felony… Continue reading Mass Incarceration – PBS Special on Religion & Ethics

Aljazeera Report on Education, Culture, Lifestyle, Economy, Housing, and Employment in China

This is a common story for young people in countries and cities around the world seeking employment and hoping to create a better life. Description: Many young Chinese are losing faith in China’s economic miracle. Even though the country is poised to overtake the US in the next decade as the world’s largest, fewer Chinese… Continue reading Aljazeera Report on Education, Culture, Lifestyle, Economy, Housing, and Employment in China

Rabbi David Wolpe Refuses to Join Group of Over 600 “Rabbis for Obama” – Gets Chosen to Offer Convocation Prayer at DNC

Rabbi David Wolpe refuses to endorse Barack Obama, even though 600 other rabbis in the U.S. have joined the coalition group Rabbis for Obama. Rabbi Wolpe recently co-authored a book with Pastor Rick Warren of the Saddleback Church, the popular evangelical leader—and sharp critic of President Obama. Rabbi Wolpe has also teamed up with conservative Christian thinker… Continue reading Rabbi David Wolpe Refuses to Join Group of Over 600 “Rabbis for Obama” – Gets Chosen to Offer Convocation Prayer at DNC

When Conservatives and Liberals Agree – Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Interviews with Republicans

At an already strained and divided time in our country, the political cycle generally creates more divisiveness in an attempt to remind people of what makes us different. The Republican National Convention seemed to encourage an increase in guest appearances by Republicans on liberal talk shows like The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and The… Continue reading When Conservatives and Liberals Agree – Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Interviews with Republicans

2016: Obama’s America – Documentary about President Barack Obama by Dinesh D’Souza

Film Trailer. 2016 Obama’s America is a documentary film by Indian born Dinesh D’Souza. Below is the trailer for the film. Presumably this film is within the same genre as politically influenced and motivated documentaries like Fahrenheit 911. Positive press and defense of the film can be found on the news page of the film. Corporatization of… Continue reading 2016: Obama’s America – Documentary about President Barack Obama by Dinesh D’Souza