Whistle-Blowing Takes Guts
Bringing war crimes, diplomatic treachery, and animal abuse to light is dangerous.
Panel Discussion on Arts Funding in DC
DC government funding for the arts has declined over 65% from Fy09 to Fy12, and private funding is down as well. Join DCCAH director Lionell Thomas, Busboys and Poets founder Andy Shallal, Ward Two councilmember Jack Evans and for a panel discussion on Arts Funding in DC moderated by Robert Bettmann of the DC Advocates for the Arts.
How the Left Changed (and Can Further Change) America
Join us for a brown bag lunch discussion with Michael Kazin, professor of history at Georgetown University, co-editor of Dissent Magazine, and author of the recent book American Dreamers: How the Left Changed a Nation. We’ll talk about how progressive movements have transformed the United States and what impact they continue to have through Occupy Wall Street and other efforts.
Cheering Obama’s Wise Tar Sands Choice
Big Oil will do everything it can to overturn President Barack Obama’s decision and build the Keystone XL pipeline.
A Watchbird Is Watching You
The shortage of real terrorism in recent years has been a challenge for our law enforcers.
Animal-Rights Activists Like Me Aren’t Terrorists
When the government protects powerful corporate interests from powerful social movements, America abandons its high purposes.
Organize in 2012
Last year’s many political downers have prompted promising uprisings at America’s grassroots, including a strong national coalition for repealing “corporate personhood.”
Traitors to Their Class
The Harvard students who occupied their campus are not betraying their class, but forming part of a long tradition of citizens with a conscience.
Salon: Arts and Activism with John Feffer
Join literary activist and IPS Board Chair, Ethelbert Miller and playwright and political analyst, John Feffer for a dynamic discussion on the intersections of arts and activism. Also, don’t miss the sneak preview of John Feffer’s up and coming play A Little Knowledge.
Author Event: Harry Belafonte’s “My Song; A Memoir”
Join us for a lively discussion with American singer, songwriter, actor and social justice activist, Harry Belafonte to celebrate the publication of My Song; A Memoir! Mr. Belafonte is a multiple icon for: progressive activists, from civil rights to labor and anti-war and beyond.
Masters of the Universe, Unite!
End the occupation, free Bernie Madoff, and leave Wall Street alone.
Dispatch from Occupy Wall Street
Resourceful young people have lit our pathway out of the morass.
A Dagger Pointed at Maryland’s Peace Movement
There’s nothing in Montgomery County’s local, non-binding peace resolution about firing Lockheed’s employees or tossing any corporations into the Potomac River.
What I’ve Learned Occupying Wall Street and DC
In squares, parks, and plazas all over the country, we’re taking the time for true democracy to work.
Resolution against the Machine
One county dared to stand up to the military-industrial complex. The complex has fought back.