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By Kim Scipes at Dec 29, 2011
Joseph Stiglitz' analysis of the current economic situation is horribly insufficient.... (More) Comments (2)
By Kevin Young at Dec 28, 2011
If the past year has brought an intensification of the problems facing humanity, it has also sent a message about the courage, creativity, and resiliency of human beings. If there is any hope for the future, it lies in the protesters of 2011.... (More) Comments (0)
By Michael Albert at Dec 25, 2011
An essay for publication in Turkey - on Anarchism.... (More) Comments (0)
By Brian Dominick at Dec 22, 2011
Despite the rhetoric of ideologues like Slavoj Žižek, an approach that looks beyond capitalism as the root of all evil will be key to the success of Occupy. Economics is my specialty, but even I recognize it’s not the whole game.... (More) Comments (3)
Great song with Wonderful Grapics
By Kim Scipes at Dec 20, 2011
This will lift your spirits!... (More) Comments (0)
Thoughts on "labor imperialism"
By Kim Scipes at Dec 19, 2011
Talks about relationship between AFL-CIO's labor imperialism and its lack of involvement in progressive social struggles in the US over past 30 years. ... (More) Comments (0)
Lost Verities and Dirty Hippies
By Phil Rockstroh at Dec 07, 2011
Because the vast majority of the populace are deemed “losers,” due to how the system is rigged, techniques must be created and maintained to displace the rage, born of a sense of powerlessness, that grips the system’s exploited underlings. OWS is beginning to change the narrative … align it with reality – and that is an alarming development for the 1 percent; hence, the retooled, amped-up propaganda campaign we’re seeing signs of at present. This is the reality the 1 percent endeavor to obscure: Capitalism is a pyramid scheme; by its very structure, only a few will ever receive its bounty … that is wrung out of the exhausted hides of the vast majority. Fact is, capitalism, the neoliberal variety or otherwise, has never worked as promised; its innate structure ensures exploitation and inequity. ... (More) Comments (0)
Occupy! Connect! Create! (pt.7)
By Ethan Miller at Dec 05, 2011
Occupy Strategy!: The final part of a 7-part series exploring new ways that the Occupy Movement can engage with questions of "the economy" and with our strategies for moving toward long-term transformative organizing.... ... (More) Comments (0)
By Ricardo Levins Morales at Dec 02, 2011
Tribute to Fred Hampton first published in 2004, on the 35th anniversary of his death.... (More) Comments (0)
Memes, Death Genes And Real Estate Schemes
By Phil Rockstroh at Dec 02, 2011
At present, growing numbers have taken heed of the situation and are fighting back. Within the span of a few short months, the narrative of the corporate media has, to a limited extent, been altered. Yet, at this point, the development is merely background noise: The neoliberal order is collapsing; capitalism itself is nearly at the end of its five hundred year run. OWS is part of a global movement of resistance that is laying the groundwork for a new paradigm. Although, change will not come without struggle and suffering, without defeats, betrayals and moments of despair. But, given the unsustainable nature of the present order, a shift in both perception and practice is inevitable. Yet when there are this many variables (known and unknown) in play, gazing darkly or through rose-tinted eyewear will prove neither adequate nor helpful. Engaging in acts of resistance are often not about winning or losing a particular battle; rather, it is the propitious manner the act transforms one's character by drawing one out of isolation and into the heart of life. ... (More) Comments (0)
By Peter Bohmer at Nov 28, 2011
This is a talk I gave at a rally of many thousand at the steps of the Washington State Legislature. They were beginning a special session today to consider even more cutbacks in spending for poor people, health and education.The rally was sponsored by Olympia Coalition for a Fair Budget, Occupy Olympia and many others. The State Police tasered a few people and arrested at least three people as the rally turned into an Occupation of the Washington State Capitol here in Olympia, Washington. Occupy Olympia is continuing its occupation of Heritage Park and protests are planned at the Capitol all week. ... (More) Comments (2)
Occupy! Connect! Create! (pt.6)
By Ethan Miller at Nov 27, 2011
From 'Necessity' to Possibility: Part six of a 7-part series exploring new ways that the Occupy Movement can engage with questions of "the economy" and with our strategies for moving toward long-term transformative organizing.... ... (More) Comments (0)
Ruthlessly Pursuing Middle East Policy
By Deepak Tripathi at Nov 24, 2011
Analysis of US foreign policy in the Middle East in the midst of political turmoil. ... (More) Comments (0)
Coups d'etat in Western Europe
By Michael McGehee at Nov 22, 2011
Recently the President of Greece and Prime Minister of Italy were forced out of office and replaced with unelected technocrats with close ties to international banks. According to Barron's, a weekly financial newspaper, "the regime changes forced in Greece and Italy [were] by the bond vigilantes." ... (More) Comments (0)
By Brian Dominick at Nov 20, 2011
Only the Left could see a video showing victory as an example of defeat.... (More) Comments (8)


