Activism
Why activism is important. Groups and individuals Activists
A Letter, a Book, a Movement 
It started with a letter to the editor, which led to a book that gave birth to a movement. Rachel Carson’s legacy lives on in each new regulation passed to prevent the misuse or abuse of chemicals.
Activist Miriam Edelson
Miriam Edelson is an author, mother, and activist. She is the mother of two children, Emma-Maryse and Jake. Jake was born with a severe neurological disorder. I had the opportunity to interview her about activism. Anti-Flag Depleted Uranium is a War Crime
When a congressman teams up with a punk rock band, it gets my attention. Punk band Anti-Flags song, Depleted Uranium is a War Crime address the militaries uses of depleted uranium in it munitions. I asked Anti-Flag about their music activism and this is what Justin Sane had to say Battle Cries, Justice for Kids with Special Needs
By the time you finish the introduction to Miriam Edelsons book, Battle Cries, you know you have found someone very special. Miriam is a working mother, raising a family, including a child with a disability, an activist, and an author.
Be the Change You Want to See in the World
Changing the world might seem like a daunting task, but Julie Fisher-McGarry breaks it down in her book to 365 simple tasks. By tackling one a day, you can make the world a better place for yourself and the planet.
BuyBlue.org
BuyBlue.org can provide you with all the information you need to determine if the goods and services you are buying, help the Democrats or the Republicans. Lets take the corporate money away from the Republicans. Class Matters: Cross-Class Alliance Building for Middle-Class Activists.
Betsy Leondar-Wright shares a wealth of knowledge on bridging the divide between the social classes in her book Class Maters: Cross-Class Alliance Building for Middle-Class Activists. Consumer Activism One Dollar, One Vote
No time to be an activist, go shopping. Support the Democratic Party by buying products from companies that donate to the Democratic Party. Democracy Fest 06
Progressive minded people converged on California for Democracy Fest 06. Their goal was to help motivate progressives to take ownership of the political process. But thrown in with this learning experience was a whole lot of fun. I asked Shayne Munger about his experience at Democracy fest.
Democratic Reunion
The Democrats were having a reunion. They gathered in parks, in homes, they held picnics and barbeques, canvassing events and bake sales. They are preparing to see Democratic victories up and down the ballot on Election Day. How many bake sales until the Democrats are back in power? Evy Dubrow is the Union Label.
At four feet, eleven inches Evy Dubrow was a small woman, but her accomplishments were anything but small. On June 20th, 2006, the labor movement lost a powerful activist. Fight Global Warming NOW: The Handbook for Taking Action in your Community
Bill McKibben’s book, Fight Global Warming Now, is a handbook that will inspire you to take action in your own community. They show you that it doesn’t take a lot of money, or lot of experience to move people. It is something you can do.
Get Democrats Elected with 100Actions.com
The Democrats have launched a new website to help you get involved. 100actions.com is designed to help you get involved by presenting a new action you can take each day. Activism does not get any easier than this. Take action today. Lets get Democrats elected. It is Not Too Late
It is less than a week until the election, and you just decided you want to get involved in helping Democrats get elected. Is it to late? No, there is a lot that you can do. This can be the most important time to volunteer. Jane Fondas Words of Politics and Passion
Historian Mary Hershberger has compiled some of the best words spoken by actress and political activist Jane Fonda. Reading Fondas words you realize they are as relevant and thought provoking today as when she spoke them. This book is an interesting insight into the life of a formidable activist
Mothers Day for Peace
What are you getting for Mother's day? If you could have anything, would you wish for world peace, a better world for your child? Mother’s day in America has its roots in the peace and activist movements. It was a day to encourage activism. Ready, Set, Talk!
If your interested in getting your message out, Ellen Ratner’s and Kathie Scarrah’s information packed book, Ready, Set, Talk!, is the book to read. She provides an insider guide to getting your message out on Radio, TV, and the Internet. This book is packed with practical tips and checklists.
Seeing the Truth
On Saturday, December 16, 2006, Americans gathered in homes to see the truth. In more than 1,930 homes Americans gathered together to watch former Vice President Al Gores An Inconvenient Truth.
The Battle Goes On
When Anne Braden (1927-2006) was inducted into the Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of fame she said, The Battle goes on as far as Im Concerned. That battle ended for Anne Braden when she passed away on Monday March 6, 2006. The Complete Idiots Guide to Grant Writing
You are passionate about your non-profit group, but the bake sales and fundraisers are not meeting your budget? It might be time to apply for a grant. Applying for a grant can seem a little overwhelming, but The Complete Idiots Guide to Grant Writing will show you that it is a manageable task.
The Congressional Committees Project
When a bill is introduced in Congress, it is referred to committee. This is where the real work begins. The Daily Kos Community of bloggers has embarked on an ambitious project to monitor what goes on in these committees. The Great Neighborhood Book: A do-it yourself Guide to Placemaking
This guide to creating community arises from the Project for Public Spaces. It provides simple success stories that you can do in your own community to make your neighborhood the kind place you want to live.
The Revolution Will Not be Microwaved
Sandor Ellix Katz’s book, The Revolution Will Not be Microwaved: Inside America’s Underground Food Movements, takes us on an inside tour of food activism. From guerilla gardening to the underground raw milk movement you will see the movement through eyes of someone on the inside.
What You Need to Know Before You Go to Vote
You are ready to do your civic duty. You are ready to have your voice heard. You are ready to vote. But you get to the polls and you have a problem. They will not let you vote. What to you do?
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