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Rory Fanning: “We Have to Make It Cool to Be a War Resister Again“
Rory Fanning spoke to Truthout about his aims in writing the book, the meaning of Pat Tillman, how to engage with war resisters in the military, and more.
Fallen Heroes of 2014
Hundreds of social justice advocates and organizers passed away in 2014.
The Millions March: The Post-Ferguson Moment Becoming a Movement
Young women of color are at the forefront of the burgeoning movement against racism and police brutality.
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White House Refuses to Meet With Grieving Black Mothers Whose Sons Were Executed by Cops
The activists are committed to sustained actions around the DOJ and its leaders until indictments are rendered.
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What Makes Nonviolent Movements Explode?
Why are some protests ignored and forgotten while others explode?
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Scenes From Ferguson: The Uprising’s Reach, and the Reaction
I've been in Ferguson since November 22, and I don't think a day has gone by where there hasn't been a protest, most often multiple protests. There may be …
Amid Justice Department Investigations, Protesters Call Out Cleveland Police Murders
As national protests continue, activists and concerned residents in Cleveland are calling for police accountability.
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Eight Ways to Support Protests Against the Criminal Punishment System, if You Can’t Get Out on the Street
Organizing is a longer-term commitment that isn't always visible, glamorous or fun.
Flamenco’s Repression and Resistance in Southern Spain
The public spaces that play a major role in the formation of flamenco culture in Spain are increasingly threatened by authorities.
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Keeping Hope Alive: A Call to Action
As a country and as a people, we have decisions to make- the very same decisions faced by those who came before us.