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From Vicious to Virtuous Cycle

Creative Destruction • 32 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Activism Sustainability Worldview Addiction Vision
  1. Acknowledging the need for help and motivation are crucial in starting the rehabilitation process for humanity's addiction
  2. Current activist movements may need to shift focus from guilt and fear to understanding and addressing the deep-seated needs driving destructive behaviors
  3. Presenting enjoyable visions of a future that genuinely satisfies these deep-seated needs can motivate and guide people towards a virtuous cycle of healing and positive change

Important Announcement

RadicalVoid_ • 1 implied HN point • 05 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Community Activism Personal Identity Social media
  1. A new newsletter called Revoluciana is starting on a different platform, and subscribers will automatically be included unless they unsubscribe.
  2. The author reflects on their journey, noting that writing has helped them connect with others and share experiences during their transition.
  3. In the new newsletter, expect topics about power, queerness, and activism, delivered in a more direct and irreverent style than before.

Heroes

Who is Robert Malone • 27 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Activism Self-care Well-being Advocacy Freedom
  1. The post highlights personal heroes in the fight against COVID-19 policies, including Robert Kennedy and various politicians who took brave stances.
  2. The importance of alternative media and changing internet platforms for spreading information freely is emphasized.
  3. The need to fight against censorship, corruption, and misinformation by working together to bring the government to account and educate about the dangers of psywar campaigns and propaganda.
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Rev. King's Other Dream: Ending Economic Injustice

Humanities in Revolt • 79 implied HN points • 01 Jun 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social justice Economic Justice Activism Inequality Civil Rights
  1. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed in ending economic injustice through political-structural transformation, not just traditional charity efforts.
  2. King saw racism, militarism, and extreme materialism in the economic system as interconnected injustices requiring social transformation and a change in values.
  3. The Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival aims to continue King's vision by demanding federal and state action to address poverty and economic inequality.

In Search of Effective Activism Part 2: "These Streets Should Be Paved with Gold"

As If We Were Staying • 3 implied HN points • 08 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Wealth Inequality Community Organizing Environmental justice Political Economy
  1. Communities often end up missing out on wealth created in their area because big companies take profits away. People need to recognize this and push for change to keep more benefits local.
  2. Effective activism involves directly addressing the systems and industries that drain wealth from communities. This means fighting for better local governance and working together to build stronger, more resilient areas.
  3. Individuals can find ways to make a difference by focusing on their strengths and interests. Whether it's through education, environmental efforts, or community organization, everyone can contribute to creating a fairer system.

Happy Birthday !

Activist Futurism • 79 implied HN points • 16 Mar 22
📖 Philosophy Reflections Identity Activism Social Change
  1. Adapting to major changes like the pandemic can lead to a redefinition of self and a shift in career focus.
  2. In the world of crypto, profits often come from having exclusive information that others don't possess, leading to a growing information gap.
  3. Increasing information asymmetry in society, seen in areas like Covid research and global conflicts, can make actions of the informed difficult to understand by those lacking knowledge.

The Whitewashing of MLK

JoeWrote • 27 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Social justice Systemic Issues Activism
  1. The depiction of MLK in America has been whitewashed into a moderate figure, hiding the true radical nature of his activism.
  2. Dr. King's advocacy for nonviolent protest does not mean he rejected more radical approaches like those of Malcolm X; this misrepresentation perpetuates a racist narrative.
  3. The legacy of Dr. King involves not just fighting for civil rights legislation, but also challenging systemic economic injustices, emphasizing the need for continued work in both racial and economic justice.

What's Going on in Israel?

The Cholent • 19 implied HN points • 24 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Israel Democracy Protests Activism Government
  1. Israel's democracy is at risk due to potential changes to the judiciary, leading to protests by Israelis locally and globally.
  2. Activism is growing among Israelis in Seattle to defend democracy in Israel and maintain it as a democratic state.
  3. The situation in Israel is drawing a strong response from the Israeli community, while the American Jewish community appears less engaged, possibly due to challenges of standing up against issues in Israel.

Chapter 9: Build A Coalition By Being Authentic | Building YIMBYs of NoVA

Cornerstone • 19 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Coalition building Policy Community Organizing Advocacy
  1. Building successful coalitions requires meeting with others, finding common ground, and staying true to your group's vision and values.
  2. Coalition-building involves reaching out to organizations with shared values and helping them achieve their goals while also maintaining authenticity.
  3. Being part of a coalition may require making sacrifices, but it can be incredibly rewarding and effective in achieving common objectives.

Mars Day: Activism for Outer Space

Activist Futurism • 19 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🔬 Science Space Exploration Activism Human Rights
  1. The colonization of Mars and the Moon in our lifetime is becoming more of a reality, raising questions about what kind of societies will be formed on these celestial bodies.
  2. Activists are essential to addressing the moral and political challenges of building multi-planet civilizations and ensuring human rights are protected in outer space.
  3. To prevent negative aspects of Earth's political culture from expanding into space, activists are working towards updating the Outer Space Treaty of 1967 to guarantee freedom and human rights in all space colonies.

Stranded Assets & Our Climate Future

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 60 implied HN points • 19 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Fossil fuels Activism
  1. The stranded assets problem in the fossil fuel industry involves financial, political, and environmental challenges.
  2. There is a need for a more radical climate movement to address the inaction of the fossil fuel industry and financial institutions.
  3. Political means may not be sufficient to force the necessary changes, so alternate strategies must be considered.

The Fire This Time

Gideon's Substack • 19 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture History Politics Society Activism Identity
  1. Suicide as a political gesture is rooted in despair, not necessarily mental illness, reflecting a belief in necessary but impossible change.
  2. Individuals resort to political suicides like self-immolation due to a sense of powerlessness and lack of practical options, illustrating political despair.
  3. Alternative forms of extreme political actions, such as hunger strikes or suicidal terrorism, stem from hope or the belief that radical actions can create change, contrasting with the hopelessness of political despair.

Navalny's Snowball Revolution

Diane Francis • 179 implied HN points • 28 Jan 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Protests Activism Foreign Policy Political Leaders Corruption
  1. Teenagers in Russia protested in freezing temperatures for the release of Alexei Navalny, showing strong support despite the risk of arrest and intimidation.
  2. Navalny is a courageous figure fighting against Putin's regime, having survived assassination attempts and ongoing imprisonment while exposing corruption.
  3. The global response to Navalny's situation includes potential sanctions against Russia, highlighting the international importance of his fight for democracy.

I just got booted off Robson St., Vancouver's posh shopping district, by the Vancouver police for singing Gaza!

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 18 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Activism Music Journalism
  1. The author was asked to leave Vancouver's posh shopping district for singing a song about Gaza.
  2. The author faced provocation but handled it calmly and did not engage in violence.
  3. The author feels that their journalism is being monitored and they are being shadow banned.

"Teaching Hopelessness to Kids of Color"

Journal of Free Black Thought • 48 HN points • 12 Apr 23
🚌 Education Race Curriculum Inequality Activism
  1. A Minnesota mother opposes teaching hopelessness to kids of color through the Liberated Ethnic Studies curriculum.
  2. The bill being considered in Minnesota would mandate Ethnic Studies in schools, starting in kindergarten, and focuses on race-based oppression.
  3. Teaching hopelessness to kids of color can have harmful effects and hinder their success.

The Great New Schism on the Left

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 17 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Elections Foreign Policy Activism
  1. Blue Liberals and Palestine Leftists are two distinct factions within the Left, existing in separate universes and showing significant ideological differences.
  2. Blue Liberals prioritize electoral politics, fear Trump's threat to democracy, and focus on mainstream media criticism, while the Palestine Left is more concerned about issues like Gaza and the Israeli occupation.
  3. The chasm between Blue Liberals and Palestine Leftists is primarily driven by disagreements over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, leading to tensions over voting decisions and priorities in the upcoming elections.

The Holy Fool

Unverified Revelations • 42 implied HN points • 08 May 23
📖 Philosophy Archetypes Morality Activism Ethics Principles
  1. The holy fool is a political archetype who confronts society's moral values without concern for status or effectiveness.
  2. Holy fools are powerful because they challenge the status quo and are willing to pay external costs for internal coherence.
  3. There are false fools who mimic the holy fool's outward appearance but lack the genuine commitment and self-consistency.

Rabbit Holes 🕳️ #67

Creative Destruction • 15 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Internet Pollution Nature Technology Activism
  1. A call for a more human-run internet with a return to a diverse and personal-scale online experience, away from the dominance of giant corporations.
  2. Noise pollution, particularly from cars, is a serious issue affecting humans and animals, emphasizing the need for grounding in space to combat its negative impacts.
  3. Highlighting the shift from viewing the human body as a commodity to embracing it as an integral part of nature, encouraging a sense of belonging and a move away from control and domination.

Paying Attention in Polarized Times: Sarah Watling on the Spanish Civil War

The Octavian Report • 33 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture History Literature Photography Activism Social Commentary
  1. Sarah Watling's book explores individuals who actively engaged with the Spanish Civil War, showing the costs and possibilities of taking sides.
  2. The book highlights the diverse voices and perspectives beyond well-known figures like Virginia Woolf, shedding light on the significance of the war internationally.
  3. The concept of solidarity is central to the book, demonstrating the complexities of enacting meaningful solidarity in times of crisis and the importance of diverse perspectives in understanding history.

Breaking 1.5°C

GOOD INTERNET • 13 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Activism Public Perception
  1. The Earth has experienced 12 consecutive months above the 1.5°C warming level for the first time in history, indicating a concerning acceleration of climate change.
  2. The Atlantic Ocean circulation, AMOC, is approaching a tipping point with potential catastrophic consequences, such as rising sea levels, fluctuating temperatures, and dramatic changes in rainfall patterns.
  3. A global survey revealed that a majority of people are willing to contribute to climate action, but there is a 'perception gap' where individuals underestimate the support for climate action, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and demanding unified response to climate change.

The LGB and the T

Year Zero • 21 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Identity Equality History Social movements
  1. The LGBTQIA+ movement has evolved to focus on trans issues after initially advocating for gay marriage.
  2. There is debate within the LGBTQIA+ community regarding expanding the LGB acronym to include new categories like transgender individuals.
  3. Strategic and rhetorical tactics used in the gay rights movement have influenced the approaches of the transgender movement, particularly in areas like suicide, personal desires, and the decentering of biological sex.

That's a Wrap! Season One of What The Fix?!

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 16 Oct 22
🎙 Podcasts Environment Technology Activism Consumerism Social Impact
  1. The podcast 'What The Fix?!' explored various aspects of the repair industry, from legal challenges to real-world initiatives.
  2. The podcast featured experts discussing topics like right to repair legislation, product design for repairability, and the societal and environmental benefits of repair.
  3. Listeners are encouraged to share feedback on the podcast's topics and look forward to Season 2 as 'Fight to Repair Podcast.'

The politicization of Peloton

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 99 implied HN points • 16 Oct 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Culture Policies Identity Social Issues Activism
  1. Peloton's culture has become politicized, sparking debates among users and instructors.
  2. Peloton represents a microcosm of America, reflecting social issues and political tensions within its user base.
  3. The company walks a thin line by adopting progressive policies while trying to maintain an image of neutrality, leading to conflicts among its users.

Once You Get the Message, Hang Up the Phone

As If We Were Staying • 3 HN points • 04 Sep 24
🎭️ Culture Social media Activism Community Psychology Behavior Change
  1. Social media often creates a false sense of accomplishment, making us feel like we are active in activism without actually making real change. We can get caught up in online outrage instead of doing the hard work needed in real life.
  2. Real change requires us to align our actions with our values and make sacrifices. It’s about focusing on long-term goals, which often aren’t flashy or fun, but important for making a real impact.
  3. We need to recognize that social media can be entertaining but is not a substitute for deep, meaningful community engagement. True activism happens offline and requires commitment and clarity about what we want to change.

Activist Framework for Evaluating AI Risk in the Age of AI-Movements

Activist Futurism • 3 HN points • 03 Apr 24
🕹 Technology AI Activism Social movements Persuasion
  1. Activists have a crucial role in evaluating the risks associated with AI by 'red teaming' AI models to prevent potential catastrophic consequences.
  2. AI has the capability to persuade people to take action, posing significant risks if not monitored closely, especially in areas like creating persuasive content.
  3. Activists need to collaborate with AI companies to ensure that AI is used ethically to benefit humanity and not to promote agendas that may harm society.

Ode to the Melbourne Freedom Protests

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 19 implied HN points • 01 Sep 22
🌍 World Politics Protest Government Media Activism Freedom
  1. The Melbourne Freedom Protests in 2021 drew an estimated 500,000 people, facing challenges and being labeled fascist for marching for freedom.
  2. Participants came from various backgrounds like teachers, nurses, veterans, and different societal groups, showcasing a diverse group united for a cause.
  3. Media bias and government restrictions were highlighted, with calls to question authority and demand transparency in a world struggling to find the truth.

✅ Monday briefing: Front page campaigning, image rights, reputation tracking, #PlattyJubes creative, burger troll, #Justice4Grenfell, online safety, AP stylebook, cookie replacement, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 06 Jun 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Relations Media Coverage Activism Online safety
  1. Front page campaigns can make a strong statement. For example, some ads showed public dissatisfaction during the pandemic.
  2. Understanding image rights is crucial for photographers and businesses. There are complex rules around using images that need more clarification.
  3. Companies that responded quickly to important events, like the Ukraine crisis, generally had better public approval. Quick action can improve a brand's reputation.

A Major Life Change

Charles Eisenstein • 25 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🌍 World Politics Campaigns Political Philosophy Unity Reconciliation Activism
  1. A chance encounter with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. led to a major life change for the author.
  2. The author's focus on reconciliation, unity, and healing the divide resonated with a major political campaign.
  3. The author plans to continue writing on Substack, offering insights from his new experiences without representing the positions of Mr. Kennedy.

Strikepost #1: The Kirkby Rent Strikes (1972)

The 21st Century Proletarian • 19 implied HN points • 28 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture History Social movements Labor Rights Activism Community Building
  1. A self-organised women's group initiated a 14-month-long strike in the Kirkby Rent Strikes of 1972, highlighting the importance of worker-tenant collaboration.
  2. The Kirkby Rent Strikes failed due to a lack of national response and support from worker unions, showing the necessity for tenant and worker organizations to work together for impactful class struggle.
  3. Lessons from the Kirkby Rent Strikes emphasize the power of solidarity between tenants and workers, showcasing the need for strong unions to engage in timely initiatives for successful collective action.

Introducing: Klima the world's first carbon currency

Activist Futurism • 39 implied HN points • 14 Sep 21
🔮 Crypto Environmental Activism Currency Blockchain Decentralized
  1. Klima is the world's first carbon currency, backed by carbon offsets and incentivizing the absorption of carbon.
  2. KlimaDAO aims to build a monetary system that prices in carbon, rewarding pro-climate actions.
  3. Activists and supporters of transformative social change are now being drawn into the world of crypto through the introduction of Klima, the 'apex of environmental activism'.