Archive for the “Activism” Category
Dear 53 percent
Dear 53%, You’re completely missing the point. The 99% aren’t in the streets because they want handouts. They’re protesting because the 1% robbed them of the American Dream. There’s a severe imbalance in your country right now and it’s only getting worse. You should really pay closer attention to what’s going on and take the [...]
Telcos: Enemies of the Modern Age
Blockbuster Canada just shut it’s doors, I recently suffered a hard drive crash and I’ve been to the States a few times this year. What do these things have in common? In each case my telco, Bell Canada, goes out of its way to gouge me for every penny they can. When Blockbuster Canada shut [...]
Jamie Oliver’s TED Prize wish: Teach every child about food
Jamie Oliver, the well known chef, was given the TED Prize earlier this year. On top of receiving $100,000 for their cause, TED Prize recipients get “One Wish to Change the World.” This means that they get to make their wish of the diverse and talented folks who are at the TED conference. Jamie’s wish [...]
The Story of Stuff
I just finished watching The Story of Stuff, and it was one of the most informative videos I’ve watched on the subject of consumerism and sustainability. I’ve embedded three 30 second teasers from the 20 minute video below. To watch the whole thing just go to http://www.thestoryofstuff.com/. Teaser #1 Teaser #2 Teaser #3
Finally, Some Non-Partisan Clarity On The U.S. Health Care Reform Issue [Video]
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy Republican or Democrat, fan or foe I challenge you not listen with rapt attention as Keith dissects the issue of health care reform in his trademark lucidity. Rather than rail on the “lunatic fringe,” Keith reserves his venom for the true villains in [...]