Activism
Books from Banned Countries Part 1: Iran
This is part of our Books from Banned Countries series. You can see them all here. Enemy In Translation: Iran American’s aren’t known for their appreciation for foreign cultures. From certain states demanding that everyone speak English, to the lack of foreign films on streaming platforms. Most American’s are definitely nationalists when
The KKK Sucks At The Internet (and fact checking)
What can you say about the Klan that hasn’t already been said? Ignorant. Hateful. Cowards. Murderers. Terrorists. So their websites must be the goddamn worst. BUT you’d be surprised how much some, like The Loyal White Knights of the KKK, are ODDLY WELCOMING. To a point. But maybe they’re just
Social Justice, Political Unrest & Incredible Music at the SF Symphony
Based on the texts of feminist writers, social activists, and the brilliant music of composer John Adams
Trump’s Refugee Ban Sparks Crowdfund for Muslim American Storytelling
Shocked by Donald Trump’s “Muslim Ban” last Saturday, The American Muslim Storytellers are launching a community crowdfunded grant: the Muslim American Storytellers Grant.
After The Women’s March, Now What?
The Women’s March in NYC the day after the Inauguration was monumental. By now you’ve heard about the unity, solidarity, and strength felt by many as they participated in the march with hundreds of thousands of other similarly-outraged people–250,000 people, approximately–and millions more in cities across the country and the
Immigration Ban Ends America As We Know It
JFK airport erupted this weekend as Trump’s travel ban left many across the globe stranded or facing the mid-air shock that upon landing they would be placed in detainment instead of with loved ones. Here’s how it happened and an investigation into what so many new border walls, both concrete and
The Best Anti-Nazi Themed Cocktails
Created by Bartenders against Nazi’s, inspired by neo-fascist Richard B. Spencer getting punched in the face
Don’t Let #DeleteUber Just be a Hollow Trend
Ahhh… there’s nothing like waking up to a good Boycott Uber movement. This morning my Twitter and Facebook were lit up with denunciations of Uber. Hashtag Delete Uber. The joy of seeing their louche brand dragged through the mud is always exhilarating. But fleeting. Like every other wave of public outrage