World Inequality Report 2022

The Report, published Dec 7, 2021, presents up-to-date data on inequality worldwide. Global inequalities remain extremely pronounced: they are about as great today as they were at the peak of Western imperialism in the early 20th century.

Progressives Sweep 2021 Municipal Elections Across Georgia

Steven Rosenfeld Voting Booth - A Project of the Independent Media Institute
The grassroots organizing strategy that led to historic victories in 2020’s elections continued to boost voter turnout in communities of color.

Anatomy of the Texas Gerrymander

Michael Li and Julia Boland Brennan Center for Justice
Here’s how Texas Republicans crafted one of the most politically and racially skewed maps of this redistricting cycle.

Friday Nite Videos | December 10, 2021

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Jordan Klepper vs. Anti-Vaxxers in SoCal. World Inequality Report 2022. Paper & Glue | Documentary. NDN Kars | Keith Secola. Snack Video Games | John Oliver.

What Can Organizers at Amazon Learn From Walmart?

Dialogue moderated by Alex Han OrgUp, Stansbury Forum
A lot of people, look at Amazon and see the size, scope and the tentacles everywhere, say it’s so huge it can never be done. But we know those tentacles mean there’s a lot of surface area, that there are a lot of people who can come into this fight.

Why Public Art Is Good for Cities

Marianne Dhenin Yes! Magazine
Studies show that investments in public art can improve street safety, provide tourism and new jobs, and combat social isolation and anxiety. "A city that is vibrant and thriving has art right at the center.”