Category Archives: protests

Who’s Responsible For the Mess?

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The Real America (Norman Rockwell Style)

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Double Standard

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Occupy Walmart?

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The First Amendment Upside Down. Why We Must Occupy Democracy

by Robert Reich/ Nov. 22, 2011 You’ve been seeing this across the country … Americans assaulted, clubbed, dragged, pepper-sprayed … Why? For exercising their right to free speech and assembly — protesting the increasing concentration of income, wealth, and political … Continue reading

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Bernie Sanders: Democrats, Stop Caving In

Bernie Sanders Commentary, Nov. 18, 2011: Here is something we all can agree on: Federal deficits are a serious problem. Here is something no one seriously disputes: Today’s big deficits were caused mainly by big tax cuts for the wealthy, … Continue reading

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BPR Quote of the Day: Does This Apply to America, Mr. President?

 Additional thoughts from President Obama: “The people of Egypt have rights that are universal. That includes the right to peaceful assembly and association, the right to free speech, and the ability to determine their own destiny. These are human rights. And the United … Continue reading

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Just Making Sure You’re Not Breaking Any Laws, Guys

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Leaked Memo: How to Undermine Wall Street

Lobbying firm’s memo spells out plan to undermine Occupy Wall Street By Jonathan Larsen and Ken Olshansky, MSNBC TV A well-known Washington lobbying firm with links to the financial industry has proposed an $850,000 plan to take on Occupy Wall … Continue reading

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Our F— You System of Government

(Subhead):  Anti-Occupy Crackdowns Highlight Lack of Services by Ted Rall Governments are supposed to fulfill the basic needs of their citizens. Ours doesn’t pretend to try. Sick? Too bad. Can’t find a job? Tough. Broke? Can’t afford rent? We don’t … Continue reading

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