October 2010
16 posts
“It was curious to think that the sky was the same for everybody, in Eurasia or...”
– 1984 by George Orwell (via thechocolatebrigade)
BEST. BOOK. EVER.
(via i-am-the-lighthouse)
“The society that separates its scholars from its warriors will have its thinking...”
– Thucydides (via azspot)
Dating Science: Do Feminists Make for Better... →
lostgrrrls:
malefeminists:
i-am-the-lighthouse:
You know what’s a fun topic to bring up on a first date with a guy? Feminism. Once you get hard-lined religious and political beliefs out of the way (preferably in the car, on the way to date destination or maybe during the appetizer if you must wait that long), I highly recommend you toss out a couple of Betty Friedan or bell hooks quotes,...
utah defines miscarriage as CRIMINAL HOMICIDE?... →
freshfeminism:
yeahgrrrl:
are you fucking KIDDING ME?
why. why. WHY. WHY. THIS IS ABSURD.
what. the. shit.
How to Respect Sex Workers →
sexismandthecity:
There’s a way to debate commercial sex while respecting the industry’s laborers. Here are some suggestions.
September 2010
153 posts
tamburina:
Loneliness does not come from having no people about one, but from being unable to communicate the things that seem important to oneself, or from holding certain views which others find inadmissible.
As a child I felt myself to be alone, and I am still, because I know things and must hint at things which others apparently know nothing of, and for the most part do not want to know.
...
Coup in Ecuador - Take Action Now →
redguard:
From: Alliance for Global Justice We have received reports that a coup is taking place in Ecuador. The situation is in flux. There are reports that President Rafael Correa disappeared after meeting with the police but other reports say he is in the hospital surrounded by police after a tear gas attack. All the airports are closed; the Congress has been taken over by the police; banks...
Jewish Boat to Gaza boarded by Israeli forces and... →
pasiphaeslust:
The Irene, a boat carrying nine passengers and aid for Gaza’s population has been taken over by the Israeli navy and denied access to Gaza.
The boat is flying a British flag and its passengers include citizens of the US, the UK, Germany and Israel. Two journalists are also on board.
Last contact with the boat’s captain, Glyn Secker, was at 0937 GMT, when their path had been...
San Francisco Labor Council condemns FBI raids on... →
redguard:
The following resolution — submitted by David Welsh, NALC 214, and Alan Benjamin, OPEIU 3 — was adopted unanimously by the SFLC Delegates’ Meeting on Sept. 27, 2010. *Condemn FBI Raids on Trade Union, Anti-War and Solidarity Activists* *Whereas*, early morning Sept. 24 in coordinated raids, FBI agents entered eight homes and offices of trade union and anti-war activists in...
“JEFF BIGGERS: Mountaintop removal not only is a healthcare crisis, but it...”
– Appalachia Rising: 100 Arrested at White House Calling for End to Mountaintop Coal Removal
it’s a far too short interview—but a good and important one.
(via radicallyhottoff)
“Often people attempt to live their lives backwards: they try to have more...”
– Margaret Young (via missjodie)
U.S. Wants to Make It Easier to Wiretap the... →
redguard:
Federal law enforcement and national security officials are preparing to seek sweeping new regulations for the Internet, arguing that their ability to wiretap criminal and terrorism suspects is “going dark” as people increasingly communicate online instead of by telephone.
Essentially, officials want Congress to require all services that enable communications — including encrypted...
“Slut” is applied to women engaged in any activity besides knitting, praying, or...”
– http://www.alternet.org/sex/86736/ (via inherhipstheresrevolutions)
Students for a Democratic Society Speaks Out... →
redguard:
Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) stand in solidarity with their brothers and sisters across the country in the face of FBI repression of progressive causes. SDSers, along with members of the Palestine Solidarity Group, the Twin-Cities Anti-War Committee, the Colombia Action Network, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization, and the National Committee to Free Ricardo Palmera...
Alternatives to Police from Portland website →
Rose city cop watch—downloads for zines on police alternatives
wild child, full of grace: I just got a phone call... →
sisterhoodispowerful:
I just got a phone call from an old friend looking for information on how to get involved with No 62, a coalition against Amendment 62, or the “Personhood Amendment.” Amendment 62: *would ban abortion even for victims of rape and incest or when a woman’s life is at risk. *could outlaw…
“I would support a Forced Government plan for these “women” who seem to keep...”
– Amendment 62 Debate - News Story - KRDO Colorado Springs
This may not be the most offensive thing I’ve ever read. But it’s close.
Please, please, please, if you live in Colorado, vote in November. There’s at least one lunatic advocating for your forced sterilization out there, and even a...