"Activist New York" displays history of social movements
It explores the "drama of social activism" in New York City from the 17th century up to the present.
Thousands of fish dead as Midwest waters heat up
As the blazing summer temperatures heat up lakes and streams, the number of fish affected -- including endangered species -- has come as an unpleasant surprise to concerned scientists.
Puerto Rican parade features Latinos for Obama
Chanting "O-BA-MA, O-BA-MA," a feisty contingent of the recently formed Latinos for Obama marched in the front of Cleveland's annual Puerto Rican Parade
Today in labor and people's history: "Rebel Girl" born
Elizabeth Gurley Flynn, legendary union organizer and later a leader of the Communist Party USA, was born Aug. 7, 1890.
Generation Opportunity: another Republican stealth group
Generation Opportunity says it is a nonpartisan, 501c4 organization. That means it is tax-exempt, and while it engages in political advocacy, it does not have to disclose its donors.
California renters hit hard by foreclosures fight back
More than one million California renters have been hit hard by the foreclosure epidemic since the mortgage crisis began in 2007.
New Haven resident card inspires hope
The idea for the card came from the practical needs and stresses of the immigrant community.
First national anti-fracking rally in D.C.
"Stop the Frack Attack" was the clear message sent by some 5,000 protesters at the first national demonstration against hydraulic fracturing held in front of the Capitol Building.
Speaking up for sex abuse victims
I was interested in July 31 news reports that the church's pastor, Jack Schaap, was fired for having sexual relationships with a minor.
Wind farm impact on wildlife debated
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released a draft habitat conservation plan for the Criterion Wind Project - a 70-megawatt clean energy facility.
