Let's Translate Our Outrage Over Trumpism Into Action
The aftermath of Trump's victory signals a potential rise in social movements aimed at confronting authoritarianism and advocating for transformative change.
The Resistance Will Look Different This Time Around. That's OK.
The political resistance ignited by Trump's election revealed a shift toward individualism and away from collective activism in present times.
Free Film Screening: Stonebreakers w/ Q&A (CCSF)
Exploring conflicts around monuments during social movements, 'Stonebreakers' challenges America's historical narratives and the link between history and political action.
Let's Translate Our Outrage Over Trumpism Into Action
The aftermath of Trump's victory signals a potential rise in social movements aimed at confronting authoritarianism and advocating for transformative change.
The Resistance Will Look Different This Time Around. That's OK.
The political resistance ignited by Trump's election revealed a shift toward individualism and away from collective activism in present times.
Free Film Screening: Stonebreakers w/ Q&A (CCSF)
Exploring conflicts around monuments during social movements, 'Stonebreakers' challenges America's historical narratives and the link between history and political action.
Cyber militias are rising due to the internet's ability to connect individuals rapidly for collective action.
Stunning police brutality will ignite a student anti-war movement in America | Joan Donovan
University students protesting for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel can leverage social media and encampments during critical times for attention.
The Rise of Cyber Militias | HackerNoon
Cyber militias are rising due to the internet's ability to connect individuals rapidly for collective action.
Stunning police brutality will ignite a student anti-war movement in America | Joan Donovan
University students protesting for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel can leverage social media and encampments during critical times for attention.
Kenneth Bronstein, Who Put His Faith in Atheism, Dies at 85
Kenneth Bronstein dedicated his life to organizing NYC Atheists, advocating for separation of church and state, and fostering a communal voice among nonbelievers.
Movement Media Organizations Are Coming Together to Build Power
Collaboration among independent media-makers is essential to enhance movement journalism in response to the urgent social and political issues of our time.
Opinion: Chicago's protests show democracy's shifts since 1968
The 2024 Democratic convention contrasts sharply with 1968, highlighting a shift in political expression and public protest dynamics.
Chicago Organizers Remind Us That Movement Building Happens Outside the DNC
Chicago's activist movements have grown stronger but still face significant political and social challenges in effecting change.
Are Gen Z able to change the world through their political engagement?
Gen Z is highly engaged politically despite facing significant economic challenges.
Is Wokeness Dead?
The progressive movements of the 2010s led to concrete changes in policies surrounding sexual harassment and police accountability, despite criticism of 'wokeness'.
White Men and Racial Justice: What Does the Kamala Harris Moment Tell Us? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Progressive White men are organizing against White supremacy, showing a hopeful shift towards mass participation in racial justice initiatives.
Opinion | Two Opposing Developments That Changed American Politics
The ascendance of Donald Trump and Black Lives Matter protests has drastically influenced the views of Democrats and Republicans on various groups.
Norman Finkelstein on Gaza, from the river to the sea' and political messaging: We need to bring unity to this struggle'
The choice of messages and slogans by social movements can significantly impact their effectiveness and reach.
The Problem With America's Protest Feedback Loop
Protests can escalate if perceived as ineffective. Large movements may raise awareness but not change minds or electoral behavior. Social media has revolutionized protest mobilization.
College campuses are crucial in driving social movements, with recent protests showcasing a strong call for freedom for Palestinians and an end to violence in Gaza.
What students say about the protests rocking their campuses
Pro-Palestinian protests create ideological battleground on college campuses, impacting students' lives and evoking mixed feelings of solidarity, discomfort, and concern.
On Student Protests and Elected Officials
College campuses are crucial in driving social movements, with recent protests showcasing a strong call for freedom for Palestinians and an end to violence in Gaza.
What students say about the protests rocking their campuses
Pro-Palestinian protests create ideological battleground on college campuses, impacting students' lives and evoking mixed feelings of solidarity, discomfort, and concern.
Prentice Penny on Black Twitter: A People's History, Memes, and Elon Musk: Podcast
Black Twitter has been an influential force in American political and cultural life, with Prentice Penny highlighting its impact and social movements in his docuseries.
History lesson: Are student protests the best and most efficient way to spark social change?
Student activism drives change; effectiveness varies with organization and political climate.
To Fight Global Fascism, We Must Confront Zionism
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is exposing the violent nature of colonialism and imperialism globally.
The genocide in Gaza is shedding light on the parallels between the struggles for liberation across different regions.
Beyond Self-Care and Wellness Retreats: What Healing Justice Requires - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Social movements build resilience through collective care and healing.
Healing justice is rooted in addressing collective grief and generational trauma, originating from Black, Indigenous, and other people of color organizers.
Diversity initiatives are the epitome of patriotism. The GOP's disdain for them is pure racism.
Despite the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, there is still work to be done to achieve equal rights for all in the United States.
Various strategies have been used throughout history to progress towards these goals, including constitutional amendments, legislation, social movements, and DEI initiatives.
New Book Captures Revolutionary Spirit of Latin American Liberation Movements
Benjamin Dangl has published a new book of poems and photographs called A World Where Many Worlds Fit.
The book explores everyday life and social movements in Latin America and beyond.
Dangl's work is praised for its ability to bridge different worlds and show the power of imagery and poetry.
The True Story Behind Former Los Angeles Clippers Owner Donald Sterling Scandal in Clipped' on Hulu
Athletes have more power to influence their careers and bring about social change in today's NBA.
The Strange Overlap Between Black Lives Matter and Anti-lockdown Protesters
The 2020 BLM and anti-lockdown protests had more overlap and were more representative of the country than previously thought.