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Archive for April, 2006

Metal Folk Protest — Let’s Impeach the President

Saturday, April 29th, 2006 by Catherine

In case you haven’t heard the buzz, and there’s plenty of it, Neil Young is streaming his new 10-song anti-war album, “Living With War” and it’s expected to be available for free download next week.
“We are the silent majority now, and we haven’t done a damn thing,” Young told the New York Times. “We’ve […]

Call The Doctor!!

Thursday, April 27th, 2006 by Jason Kucsma

Clamor is currently working on an article detailing stories of people who have had to forego healthcare because of the rising costs. If you or someone you know is willing to share an incidence when medical treatment was required for a serious illness or injury; but none was sought, because doctors visits, prescriptions, surgery, […]

A Crucial Time for Independent Media

Wednesday, April 26th, 2006 by Catherine

The House Commerce Committee is debating legislation this week that could have a big impact on the future of independent media. The COPE Act (Communications Opportunity, Promotion and Enhancement Act) contains two concerning provisions, one that could limit local control of public access TV stations and one that strikes a blow at “net neutrality” in […]

Cynthia McKinney in Toledo 4-30 / “American Blackout” Premier

Wednesday, April 26th, 2006 by Keith

Documentary “AMERICAN BLACKOUT” TO PREMIER IN TOLEDO
On Sunday, April 30, 2006 at 4 pm, the award winning film documentary, The American Blackout from GNN will be presented. Also, Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney (D-GA) and the film’s producer will lead a discussion on several aspects of the film. The film will be shown at […]

South Central Farm: Update

Saturday, April 22nd, 2006 by Jessica

The national nonprofit Trust for Public Land has secured a settlement that would save the 14-acre South Central Farm for permanent public use — if they can raise sufficient funds to buy out the current property owner.
According to a TPL press release circulated by the South Central Farmers yesterday, “the community goal is to raise […]

Catalyst Project: Call out to white folks to stand for immigrant justice

Friday, April 21st, 2006 by Jen

For May Day and Beyond: White People Step up for Immigrant Rights!
In the past month, five million people, mostly immigrants of color, have mobilized for justice and are making history, flooding the streets in unprecedented numbers. Meanwhile, the most visible participation by white people is coming from the racist and right wing leaders who are […]