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Sandra Bland Was Killed for Standing Up to State Power
We interrupt our summer break to #SayHerName and to honor #SandraBland.
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Ordinary Hero: Jerry Berrigan Cared a Whole Awful Lot
Jerry Berrigan lived and died in grace and service to his fellow souls.
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Women Are at the Forefront of the Zapatista Revolution
People around the world have been inspired by images of Zapatista women like Major Ana Maru00eda, Comandanta Ramona and Comandanta Ester.
San Francisco Tenants and Labor Push to Stop Evictions
Housing activists say Prop K was a partial victory but more is needed.
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Say Her Name: Protesters in Chicago Demand Justice for Sandra Bland
“I don't care about the CSI version of how [Sandra Bland] died,” said organizer Mariame Kaba. “The system killed her. The rest is superfluous.”
Iranian Dissidents Explain Why They Support the Nuclear Deal
We know what politicians think about the Iran nuclear deal. How about asking some opponents of Iran's regime?
“A Wound That Will Never Heal”: Organizing After the Death of Daniel Covarrubias at the Hands of Police
Daniel's family has been marching and organizing tirelessly to win justice.
Rev. Sekou on Today’s Civil Rights Leaders: “I Take My Orders From Queer Women“
A leading activist pastor speaks about the emerging face of Civil Rights leadership.
They Who Have Eyes to See
“I see a nation frozen in time, stapled to a doomed economic model.”
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Knives Are Out for Those Who Challenge Militarization of the Korean Peninsula
The knives have been attempting to slice away at the remarkable worldwide publicity our trip to both North and South Korea created.