Tag Archives: Activism

eBay and Patagonia Hate Landfills as Much as Me!

Posted on 14 September 2011 by glc

What an awesome idea from eBay. They partnered with Patagonia to create a unique auction space dedicated to used Patagonia gear. Your old vest is another’s new Fall hiking gear. How smart and… long overdue! More on Patagonia Common Threads … Continue reading →

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2011 Must See: Forks Over Knives

Posted on 12 September 2011 by glc

In my humble opinion, every US citizen should take the time to see. It couldn’t be any simpler, folks. It’s all such a shame. Forks Over Knives. Rent the dvd or stream it from Netflix See also The Idiot Cycle … Continue reading →

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Support the The Fairness in Taxation Act (HR 1124) & Stop Tax Havens Abuse Act (S 1346)

Posted on 22 July 2011 by glc

Action Alert: “Gang of Six” Senators Plan would give $1.5 trillion in tax cuts to wealthiest Americans and most profitable corporations   The “Gang of Six” – a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators – have come up with a plan … Continue reading →

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1500 Doctors tell McDonald’s to stop marketing junk food to kids!

Posted on 8 June 2011 by glc

It’s about time! Top Docs tell McDonald’s: Stop marketing junk food to kids! Last month, support from members like you helped create a media blitz. An open letter from more than 550 health professionals and institutions was published in newspapers … Continue reading →

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Jon Bon Jovi Creates Volunteering Opportunities in NJ

Posted on 29 April 2011 by glc

Why don’t more celebrities do good with their wealth? Check out Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen | Community Restaurant Bon Jovi’s New Restaurant Is Pay-What-You-Can

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USuncut.org New Brunswick NJ Bank of America Protest

Posted on 26 March 2011 by glc

Federal Tax Avoiding Corporations to Boycott BofA paid ZERO federal income tax in 2009 BofA is the largest bank and 5th largest corporation in the U.S. BofA holds over $2.2 Trillion in assets BofA earned a pretax income of $4.4 … Continue reading →

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Federal Tax Avoiding Corporations to Boycott

Posted on 21 March 2011 by glc

Chop from the top down, not bottom up! Enough is enough. I pay my taxes. Why doesn’t Bank of America or Tom Cruise? PAY YOUR FAIR SHARE!!! Sign the petition to Restore the Top Tax Rates. Our economy & our … Continue reading →

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Zimride Carpooling for the 21st Century

Posted on 10 March 2011 by glc

Finally! I’ve been wondering where this service was… and I found it. Brilliant. Zimride–for too long we have driven our cars with empty seats… a simple way to find friends, classmates and coworkers going the same way you are. Zimride … Continue reading →

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We won’t pay for their crisis! Anti-austerity movement crosses Atlantic!

Posted on 23 February 2011 by glc

Europe’s anti-austerity protests finally cross the Atlantic and begin in Wisconsin; hopefully it will spread like a grassroots wildfire. The first anti-austerity strikes began in Europe in September 2010, but were not covered by mainstream American media (go figure)–thus we … Continue reading →

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Must See Documentary: We’re all from dirt!

Posted on 15 January 2011 by glc

I highly suggest everyone watch this documentary Dirt! The Movie in it’s entirety. It’s that simple: We’re all from dirt! We must reconnect. I started growing my own vegetables a few years ago, but I’ve got to do a better … Continue reading →

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Tell Obama the USDA’s approval of GE Alfalfa is unacceptable

Posted on 14 January 2011 by glc

WATCH The World According To Monsanto ACTION ALERT USDA Poised to Approve Genetically Engineered Alfalfa Contact President Obama to Reject Approval President Barack Obama Phone: 202-456-1111 Fax: 202-456-2461 Email via http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ President Obama, Monsanto’s controversial GE Alfalfa threatens to contaminate … Continue reading →

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Media Matters’ Year In Review

Posted on 3 January 2011 by glc

Thank you to Media Matters for responsibly investigating and reporting whistleblower stories throughout 2010! National Whistleblowers Center Government Accountability Project

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Operation Payback – Anonymous Message About ACTA Laws, Internet Censorship and Copyright

Posted on 6 December 2010 by glc
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TerraCycle – Avoid Landfills in Creative Ways

Posted on 1 December 2010 by glc

Now it’s even easier to make a positive difference you can see before your eyes! Join TerraCycle today!

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11 Disgusting Things in American Food

Posted on 1 December 2010 by glc

11 Revolting Things Government Lets in Your Food maggots, mold, rodent hair, grit… little bits won’t hurt you! All this despite the Senate Passes Sweeping Food Safety Bill A look at the long-awaited food safety bill

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