Happy Hour
California poet Jerry Dyer captures the crazy rush for the good old days:
“voices mix wisdom with the lies./
Bars are filling their pulpits and their pews.”
The Future of Labor Is Growing in South Dakota
The New Republic
Kooper Caraway, the head of the state’s AFL-CIO, is done with thinking small.
My Name Is Pauli Murray | Documentary
They are one of the most influential human rights advocates in American history. Told largely in Pauli’s own words, My Name is Pauli Murray is a candid recounting of a unique and extraordinary journey. Coming to theaters Sept 17, streaming on PrimeVideo Oct 1.
The War in Afghanistan: What Else Should We Never Forget?
While Americans are supposed to “never forget” 9/11, many have already forgotten the needless civilian casualties and high costs that came with the war in Afghanistan. #DailyShow #TrevorNoah #Afghanistan
9/11 and My Immigrant Experience | Hasan Minhaj
Hasan Minhaj talks about how racism impacts the immigrant experience in America.
High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America
Based on Jessica B. Harris’ award-winning book, High On The Hog traces the moving story of a people's survival and triumph via the food that has knit generations together and helped define the American kitchen.
10 Years Since Occupy: What Did We Learn?
Ten years ago, Occupy Wall Street transformed American politics.
The New Science on How We Burn Calories
New York Times
How the new science of metabolism could change our understanding about, for starters, chronic disease, aging and obesity
'De-Zumification' and the Enduring Crisis of South African Democracy
Polity
The failure to adequately articulate what a break from Zumaism entails has meant that many of its main features continue. A broad involvement of a range of sectors is necessary to renew South Africa's democratic life.
We're Going to Take on Big Pharma and Win
Common Dreams
Any politician who puts Pharma profits before the needs of their constituents will lose their jobs. And they will deserve it.
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