Book Review: Seven Social Movements That Changed America,' by Linda GordonSocial movements play a crucial role in shaping democracy and can both empower and exclude groups.
Getting in good trouble, for the most part: Historian explores America's transformative movementsOrdinary citizens excel in social movements when given actionable roles and opportunities to participate.
'People's March' Descends on Mission to Protest Trump; 'No to Trump' Rally and March Planned SundayProtests are reignited against Trump's administration, signaling public concern about democracy and civil rights continuing to erode.
The radical activist couple who fought for social change in the courtroom | Aeon VideosThe documentary 'Radical Love' portrays the Kennedys' pivotal role in 1960s radicalism and social justice advocacy.
The Long Wave: Is Kemi Badenoch's victory a win to Nigerians?Kemi Badenoch's political rise in the UK illustrates the complexities of Black representation, reflecting broader narratives within politics.
Why resolving "Rustin's dilemma" helps strengthen any democratic coalitionBayard Rustin was a key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington, showcasing the importance of multifaceted identities in social movements.
Book Review: Seven Social Movements That Changed America,' by Linda GordonSocial movements play a crucial role in shaping democracy and can both empower and exclude groups.
Getting in good trouble, for the most part: Historian explores America's transformative movementsOrdinary citizens excel in social movements when given actionable roles and opportunities to participate.
'People's March' Descends on Mission to Protest Trump; 'No to Trump' Rally and March Planned SundayProtests are reignited against Trump's administration, signaling public concern about democracy and civil rights continuing to erode.
The radical activist couple who fought for social change in the courtroom | Aeon VideosThe documentary 'Radical Love' portrays the Kennedys' pivotal role in 1960s radicalism and social justice advocacy.
The Long Wave: Is Kemi Badenoch's victory a win to Nigerians?Kemi Badenoch's political rise in the UK illustrates the complexities of Black representation, reflecting broader narratives within politics.
Why resolving "Rustin's dilemma" helps strengthen any democratic coalitionBayard Rustin was a key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington, showcasing the importance of multifaceted identities in social movements.
Arsonists Set Fire to a Dozen Teslas, Charging Stations Amid "Anti-Capitalist Coordination to Target Tesla"Tesla's brand is under attack as political and social movements target it as a symbol of capitalism.
Mexican Communities in US Rise in Protest Against Trump's Deportation ThreatsMexican communities are organizing widespread protests against anti-immigrant policies, showcasing resilience and demand for recognition in the face of adversity.
Zelenskyy heads to US for Trump meeting with minerals deal expected to be signed Europe liveMassive protests in Athens, with over 300,000 participating, mark the second anniversary of the preventable Tempe train crash.
Meet The Organizer Who Turned The Tesla Showroom Into a Weekly Protest HubPatty Moddelmog leads weekly protests outside Tesla to advocate for worker rights and spark bipartisan awareness.
Let's Translate Our Outrage Over Trumpism Into ActionThe aftermath of Trump's victory signals a potential rise in social movements aimed at confronting authoritarianism and advocating for transformative change.
Protests blanket NYC on first anniversary of Oct. 7 terror attackProtests in Manhattan marked the anniversary of the October 7 terror attack, reflecting ongoing tensions in the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Arsonists Set Fire to a Dozen Teslas, Charging Stations Amid "Anti-Capitalist Coordination to Target Tesla"Tesla's brand is under attack as political and social movements target it as a symbol of capitalism.
Mexican Communities in US Rise in Protest Against Trump's Deportation ThreatsMexican communities are organizing widespread protests against anti-immigrant policies, showcasing resilience and demand for recognition in the face of adversity.
Zelenskyy heads to US for Trump meeting with minerals deal expected to be signed Europe liveMassive protests in Athens, with over 300,000 participating, mark the second anniversary of the preventable Tempe train crash.
Meet The Organizer Who Turned The Tesla Showroom Into a Weekly Protest HubPatty Moddelmog leads weekly protests outside Tesla to advocate for worker rights and spark bipartisan awareness.
Let's Translate Our Outrage Over Trumpism Into ActionThe aftermath of Trump's victory signals a potential rise in social movements aimed at confronting authoritarianism and advocating for transformative change.
Protests blanket NYC on first anniversary of Oct. 7 terror attackProtests in Manhattan marked the anniversary of the October 7 terror attack, reflecting ongoing tensions in the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Surfers, sheep and sexual revolution: the film-makers who sold Australia to the worldAustralia's official image was controlled and presented a limited narrative at the World Expo 70, contrasting with its evolving societal identity.
Prentice Penny on Black Twitter: A People's History, Memes, and Elon Musk: PodcastBlack Twitter has been an influential force in American political and cultural life, with Prentice Penny highlighting its impact and social movements in his docuseries.
Surfers, sheep and sexual revolution: the film-makers who sold Australia to the worldAustralia's official image was controlled and presented a limited narrative at the World Expo 70, contrasting with its evolving societal identity.
Prentice Penny on Black Twitter: A People's History, Memes, and Elon Musk: PodcastBlack Twitter has been an influential force in American political and cultural life, with Prentice Penny highlighting its impact and social movements in his docuseries.
International Women's Day 2025: What is it and how can you get involved?International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements and promotes gender equality, calling for collective action under the theme 'Accelerate Action' for a feminist future.
Reproductive Labor Has Always Been Fundamental to Social Movements' ResistanceReproductive labor plays a crucial role in social movements and resistance, despite often being undervalued and overlooked.
International Women's Day 2025: What is it and how can you get involved?International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements and promotes gender equality, calling for collective action under the theme 'Accelerate Action' for a feminist future.
Reproductive Labor Has Always Been Fundamental to Social Movements' ResistanceReproductive labor plays a crucial role in social movements and resistance, despite often being undervalued and overlooked.
Stunning police brutality will ignite a student anti-war movement in America | Joan DonovanUniversity students protesting for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel can leverage social media and encampments during critical times for attention.
Inside Serbia's student protest movement DW 02/14/2025Students at the University of Novi Sad protested for accountability, creating a strong community while implementing direct democratic processes during their blockade.
On Student Protests and Elected OfficialsCollege 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.
How Serbia's student protesters organize fight for justice DW 02/16/2025University students at Novi Sad have mobilized in a blockade to demand accountability for a tragedy and have effectively organized their efforts.
Stunning police brutality will ignite a student anti-war movement in America | Joan DonovanUniversity students protesting for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel can leverage social media and encampments during critical times for attention.
Inside Serbia's student protest movement DW 02/14/2025Students at the University of Novi Sad protested for accountability, creating a strong community while implementing direct democratic processes during their blockade.
On Student Protests and Elected OfficialsCollege 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.
How Serbia's student protesters organize fight for justice DW 02/16/2025University students at Novi Sad have mobilized in a blockade to demand accountability for a tragedy and have effectively organized their efforts.
Iranian RevolutionThe Iranian Revolution ended the Pahlavi dynasty and established the Islamic Republic amid widespread discontent.The revolution arose from dissatisfaction with democracy, economic conditions, and foreign influence in Iran.
Civil rights and Cybertrucks: searching for the real Atlanta in picturesThe Makeshift City captures the evolving identity of Atlanta amidst social and political upheaval between 2020 and 2024.
Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)YBCA redefines the role of arts institutions by engaging with community and social movements.YBCA is committed to supporting contemporary art and cultural initiatives.
Civil rights and Cybertrucks: searching for the real Atlanta in picturesThe Makeshift City captures the evolving identity of Atlanta amidst social and political upheaval between 2020 and 2024.
Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)YBCA redefines the role of arts institutions by engaging with community and social movements.YBCA is committed to supporting contemporary art and cultural initiatives.
Study: People Protected Bike Lanes Made a Difference - Streetsblog San FranciscoPeople Protected Bike Lanes demonstrations have led to a global increase in awareness and implementation of protected bike lanes.The PPBL format effectively conveys its message through visual protests.
The New Temperance Is All About HealthSobriety has evolved from a radical social movement aimed at moral rectification to a modern tool for personal self-optimization and health consciousness.
Why Books are Rebellious and Hopeful in a Time of Social Media Saturation and InjusticeThe decline in reading due to social media usage harms the understanding and engagement required to address systemic injustices.
A failure of justice put Gaie Delap in prison. A failure of government is keeping her there | Zoe WilliamsGaie Delap's activism highlights the absurdity of systemic bail condition failures and the crucial role of direct action in promoting climate awareness.
Why Books are Rebellious and Hopeful in a Time of Social Media Saturation and InjusticeThe decline in reading due to social media usage harms the understanding and engagement required to address systemic injustices.
A failure of justice put Gaie Delap in prison. A failure of government is keeping her there | Zoe WilliamsGaie Delap's activism highlights the absurdity of systemic bail condition failures and the crucial role of direct action in promoting climate awareness.
Are Women Really Abandoning Men After Trump's Win? Inside the Rise of Heteropessimism.'The political climate is amplifying women's feelings of disillusionment with men and traditional relationships.
From active dates and 'nano-ships' - this is how you'll be dating in 2025Focus on genuine connections amidst dating app fatigue.Increased rejection of traditional dating methods reflects broader societal discontent.
Are Women Really Abandoning Men After Trump's Win? Inside the Rise of Heteropessimism.'The political climate is amplifying women's feelings of disillusionment with men and traditional relationships.
From active dates and 'nano-ships' - this is how you'll be dating in 2025Focus on genuine connections amidst dating app fatigue.Increased rejection of traditional dating methods reflects broader societal discontent.
Far right and far out: Extremists have a long history in Southern CaliforniaRAM exemplifies the persistent presence of white supremacy in California's history, contrary to its progressive image.
Moments that defined 2024Global events in 2024 caused both unity and division, highlighting political and humanitarian crises.
Letters: Alcoholism is a disease that one never escapesAlcoholism significantly impacts families, necessitating awareness, support systems like Al-Anon, and a strong focus on recovery.
Panels of ProtestElise's journey in Paris reflects personal activism and echoes modern labor movements, showcasing a continuous struggle for workers' rights.
For Our Movements to Win, We Must Learn How Not to Let Our Grief Destroy UsThe need to process grief is crucial for collective movements and individual well-being.
Why build a wall around People's Park?UC Berkeley's installation of shipping containers highlights ongoing conflicts over People's Park and its future amidst legal challenges and community opposition.
The Resistance goes quietDemocratic activists may respond less intensely to Trump than in 2016, showing signs of disillusionment.
Panels of ProtestElise's journey in Paris reflects personal activism and echoes modern labor movements, showcasing a continuous struggle for workers' rights.
For Our Movements to Win, We Must Learn How Not to Let Our Grief Destroy UsThe need to process grief is crucial for collective movements and individual well-being.
Why build a wall around People's Park?UC Berkeley's installation of shipping containers highlights ongoing conflicts over People's Park and its future amidst legal challenges and community opposition.
The Resistance goes quietDemocratic activists may respond less intensely to Trump than in 2016, showing signs of disillusionment.
Berkeley's Freedom Archives celebrates 25 years of preserving progressive historyThe Freedom Archives provides a vital resource for understanding social movements and progressive culture through its extensive collection of historical materials.
We Must Build International Solidarity Against US-China Imperial RivalryUnderstanding inter-imperialist competition, particularly between the U.S. and China, is crucial for navigating today's global capitalist dynamics.
The 4B Movement is a Labor StrikeThe 4B movement highlights women's increasing desire for autonomy and rejection of traditional relationships with men.
After Trump's Victory, the 4B Movement Is Spreading Across TikTokThe 4B movement urges women to refrain from relationships with men until gender equality is achieved.
Rebecca Traister: Single women are less likely to vote conservative'Women's anger is a powerful challenge to patriarchal authority and has historically catalyzed social change.
How DEI Can Survive This Era of BacklashDEI strategies today reflect historical feminist movements' resilience during challenging times.
Susana Draper, Princeton professor: The calling out of aggressors on social media often reproduces the tics of the punitive system'Collective wisdom and real-world experience are crucial in combating gender-based violence, as emphasized by Susana Draper.
The 4B Movement is a Labor StrikeThe 4B movement highlights women's increasing desire for autonomy and rejection of traditional relationships with men.
After Trump's Victory, the 4B Movement Is Spreading Across TikTokThe 4B movement urges women to refrain from relationships with men until gender equality is achieved.
Rebecca Traister: Single women are less likely to vote conservative'Women's anger is a powerful challenge to patriarchal authority and has historically catalyzed social change.
How DEI Can Survive This Era of BacklashDEI strategies today reflect historical feminist movements' resilience during challenging times.
Susana Draper, Princeton professor: The calling out of aggressors on social media often reproduces the tics of the punitive system'Collective wisdom and real-world experience are crucial in combating gender-based violence, as emphasized by Susana Draper.
100 Cultural Moments That've Shaped the Bay Area This Century (So Far)The article highlights key cultural moments and influences in the San Francisco Bay Area over the past 25 years, shaping its artistic and social landscape.
How Big Tech labor organizers aim to unite for Trump 2.0Trump's electoral victory sparked significant worker activism in tech, focusing on various social justice issues and corporate responsibility.
A Starter Pack of Nude Beaches for the Clothing-Optional CrowdNude beaches promote personal choice and liberation while adhering to communal guidelines and respect.
Microfeminism: The next big thing in fighting the patriarchyMicrofeminism involves small acts that support women's voices and positions in male-dominated settings.
Trump's victory is not the end of the world | Aaron GlantzPositive change is achievable, despite political challenges, as seen through social movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter.
Microfeminism: The next big thing in fighting the patriarchyMicrofeminism involves small acts that support women's voices and positions in male-dominated settings.
Trump's victory is not the end of the world | Aaron GlantzPositive change is achievable, despite political challenges, as seen through social movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter.
Snow storms and vigils: photos of the day WednesdaySeoul residents protested and held a vigil against President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law on December 4, 2024.
The Problem With America's Protest Feedback LoopProtests can escalate if perceived as ineffective. Large movements may raise awareness but not change minds or electoral behavior. Social media has revolutionized protest mobilization.
Snow storms and vigils: photos of the day WednesdaySeoul residents protested and held a vigil against President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law on December 4, 2024.
The Problem With America's Protest Feedback LoopProtests can escalate if perceived as ineffective. Large movements may raise awareness but not change minds or electoral behavior. Social media has revolutionized protest mobilization.
Neo-Nazis Are on the March Across AmericaNeo-Nazi rallies are increasingly common in the U.S., reflecting an alarming rise in hate groups emboldened by current political sentiments.
Chinese Women Mobilize Against Subpar Sanitary PadsMany sanitary pad brands in China have been found to measure shorter than advertised, leading to calls for stricter regulatory oversight.
December 2024 Downtown First Thursday (SF)The event features a screening of 'A Revolution on Canvas' followed by a curator-led tour, highlighting the intersection of art and social 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.
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.
The Rise of Cyber Militias | HackerNoonCyber militias are rising due to the internet's ability to connect individuals rapidly for collective action.
Economic Justice: Why We Must Build a New Common Sense - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyElections in the U.S. are binary and often fail to represent diverse opinions, highlighting a need for electoral reform.
Kenneth Bronstein, Who Put His Faith in Atheism, Dies at 85Kenneth Bronstein dedicated his life to organizing NYC Atheists, advocating for separation of church and state, and fostering a communal voice among nonbelievers.
Update: Ballot box arsonist still on the looseThe recent arson attacks on ballot boxes in Portland and Vancouver have raised concerns over political violence and motivations behind such actions.
Are Young Voters Lazy-Or Just Misunderstood?Young people's cynicism over politics is leading to decreased voter engagement, highlighting a distrust in leaders and political processes.
Is the free speech debate dead? Plus, the devil!College administrations are tightening rules regarding protests and free speech in response to pro-Palestinian activism.
"Our Power Is Where We Choose One Another": Abolitionists Discuss Our MomentThe last decade of Black-led organizing highlights the ongoing challenges and efforts against police violence, emphasizing both setbacks and progress.
Movement Media Organizations Are Coming Together to Build PowerCollaboration 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 1968The 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 DNCChicago'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 QuarterlyProgressive 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 PoliticsThe 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.
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.
What students say about the protests rocking their campusesPro-Palestinian protests create ideological battleground on college campuses, impacting students' lives and evoking mixed feelings of solidarity, discomfort, and concern.
The True Story Behind Former Los Angeles Clippers Owner Donald Sterling Scandal in Clipped' on HuluAthletes 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 ProtestersThe 2020 BLM and anti-lockdown protests had more overlap and were more representative of the country than previously thought.