The hottest Activism Substack posts right now

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Easy Mode

The Glinner Update • 2 HN points • 02 May 23
🎭️ Culture Activism
  1. Striped thigh-highs that transwomen wear have a nickname - programming socks.
  2. Transitioning programmers can have anti-intuitive attributes towards women's status in tech jobs.
  3. Opposing self-ID is justified self-interest for women to defend rights based on biological sex.

Letter from CPAC

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 7 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. The fight for clean elections in Maine faced opposition from Democrats, revealing tensions and motivations within the political landscape.
  2. Attending CPAC provided insights into a vibrant and positive atmosphere, with a mix of fashion, personalities, and discussions about freedom and truth.
  3. Meeting various influential figures at CPAC highlighted a sense of historical importance and a gathering of individuals who cherish freedom, transcending political boundaries.
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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
  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.

[P] LW: Seeing Possibilities in Activism

Nongaap Investing • 2 implied HN points • 11 Jan 25
💼 Business Activism
  1. The article focuses on the effectiveness of activist campaigns, specifically discussing how Jana approaches them.
  2. It highlights the idea of using 'carrot and stick' incentives in activism, which means offering rewards for positive behavior while also applying pressure when needed.
  3. Overall, the piece encourages readers to see potential in activism and how it can lead to meaningful changes.

Help Me Please to Keep Telling You the Truth.

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 1 implied HN point • 26 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. Censorship and backlash against truth-telling are getting worse, making it hard for journalists to do their job. Support from readers is essential to keep covering important stories.
  2. Credit for hard work matters a lot, especially for researchers and journalists who risked a lot to bring important truths to light. Recognizing their contributions can help ensure their safety and open new opportunities.
  3. Maintaining a platform for honest reporting is challenging and costly. Readers' subscriptions and donations are crucial to keep the work going amidst ongoing threats and financial struggles.

Once You Get the Message, Hang Up the Phone

As If We Were Staying • 3 HN points • 04 Sep 24
🎭️ Culture Activism
  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.

Cloud fortress

Metal Machine Music by Ben Tarnoff • 19 implied HN points • 15 Nov 19
🕹 Technology Activism
  1. The expanding definition of 'platforms' in tech can have significant implications, shaping responsibilities and liabilities of tech companies.
  2. The use of platforms in law enforcement can impact accountability, public trust, and insulation from criticism and legal action.
  3. Historical instances of groups like CLODO attacking computer centers highlight concerns over surveillance, control, and societal impacts of computerization.

A Genealogy of the "Great Awokening"

Symbolic Capital(ism) • 19 implied HN points • 04 Oct 19
🎭️ Culture Activism
  1. Many concepts and approaches in today's discourse about institutions of higher learning are not new, but have deep historical roots, often pre-dating recent controversies.
  2. Elite schools have played a significant role in shaping and promoting these ideas, setting trends that other institutions tend to follow.
  3. The institutionalization of social justice movements involved a deliberate, decentralized, and multi-faceted approach, including targeting education schools to influence primary and secondary education.

VSRF LIVE TONIGHT: Episode 158 - The Asian Vax Battle

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 1 implied HN point • 02 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Activism
  1. Tonight's live show will talk about medical freedom issues in Asia, focusing on activism in Singapore. It's important to stay informed about how people fight for their rights in different places.
  2. Guests will share personal stories about struggles they faced after COVID-19 vaccinations. Hearing these experiences helps us understand the real impact of medical decisions on individuals.
  3. Supporting organizations that advocate for health freedoms is crucial. Donations help keep these discussions going and promote awareness about medical rights.

Regime Change Edition

As Ever • 5 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. The author reflects on the war and regime change twenty years ago, highlighting the thrills and consequences of vicarious excitement and activism.
  2. The author discusses the importance of staying true to beliefs, even if not fully informed, and the complexities of being wrong for the right reasons.
  3. The author shares insights on the lessons learned from the Iraq war, emphasizing the nuances of governance, individual responsibility, and the impact of making the right decisions.

Important Announcement

RadicalVoid_ • 1 implied HN point • 05 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Activism
  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.

Your Support Saved Lives in 2024

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 1 implied HN point • 31 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. Support from readers helped fund important activism work, impacting democracy and freedom. It's crucial for readers to engage in actions that support these causes.
  2. The publication revealed significant victories in election integrity, including new voting laws in various states. This work is essential to ensure fair elections and protect democracy.
  3. DailyClout has created valuable resources and networks that empower citizens to stay informed and involved. Tools like LegiSector help people track important legislation easily.

Self-Defense is Illegal in Texas

The Other Side of Fear • 4 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. Self-defense in Texas led to conviction of an innocent man defending himself against an armed person with an AK-47.
  2. Soros-funded DA overrode law enforcement's conclusion of self-defense, indicating anarcho-tyranny.
  3. Soros-supported prosecution in Austin highlights a trend of criminal behavior empowering criminals over victims.

Free online webinar and a peace seminar

Charles Eisenstein • 2 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Activism
  1. Charles Eisenstein is hosting a free online webinar through Humanity's Team, focusing on moving from the old story to a new one.
  2. He will also launch a new program called The Turning of the Age, including 'State of the World' reports.
  3. Eisenstein will participate in a panel discussion on peace titled 'Peace! An outcry of life' with other notable activists.

Proactive vs Reactive

Save Our Happy Place • 4 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Activism
  1. Climate change is affecting day-to-day life more visibly, prompting more acknowledgment and urgency.
  2. We are now in a reactive state in addressing climate change, and proactive actions are crucial for systemic change.
  3. Individuals can drive change by becoming civically engaged and demanding action from politicians.

Giving Back to the Earth

Save Our Happy Place • 3 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Activism
  1. Composting reduces waste sent to landfills and cuts methane emissions, improving soil health and conserving water.
  2. To start composting, check for nearby composting sites or community programs, or make your own compost at home.
  3. Advocate for municipal composting infrastructure to save costs and cut landfill waste by lobbying city council members.

AT LAST! American Voters' Alliance and DailyClout -- with Phill Kline and Me as Authors -- Launch a Dream Clean Elections Model Bill! Just in Time for 2024

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 2 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. The Clean Elections Model Bill aims to solve major issues in the election process.
  2. The bill emphasizes the importance of paper ballots and transparent voting processes.
  3. Citizens are encouraged to take action by downloading and sharing the bill with their state representatives.

Nguyễn Anh Tuấn

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 04 Feb 16
🌍 World Politics Activism
  1. Nguyễn Anh Tuấn is a young Vietnamese leader known for his courage, knowledge, and experience in advocating for freedom, democracy, and human rights in Vietnam.
  2. Tuấn has chosen to fight for democracy and freedom in Vietnam instead of joining the Communist Party, traveling to over twenty countries to work towards human rights and civil society development.
  3. Support for individuals like Nguyễn Anh Tuấn is crucial for driving societal change, but it requires critical evaluation of their actions and beliefs, as true freedom involves personal activism and not relying solely on leaders.

DeSantis Misses his Moment

The Other Side of Fear • 3 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. DeSantis missed his opportunity to position himself against Soros-funded District Attorneys and their tactics.
  2. DeSantis' statement could have been stronger without the final paragraph.
  3. Engaging in a confrontation with the media could have been a strategic win for DeSantis.

‘That's Extremely Dehumanizing’: Biden Bleeds Support in Michigan Over Israel

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism
  1. President Biden is losing support in Michigan due to his alignment with Israel's far-right government.
  2. Michigan's Arab-American community feels dehumanized by the focus on Palestinian lives only in the context of polls.
  3. People in Michigan, including Arab voters, want to see more empathy and action from the Biden administration to prevent child deaths in Gaza.

Where to play?

Nihar’s Thoughts on Stocks • 0 implied HN points • 23 May 23
💰 Finance Activism
  1. Play in areas where there is less competition and more control over outcomes.
  2. Being able to focus on 'boring' investments can lead to long-term success.
  3. Having control over capital allocation and operational decisions can create significant value.

Perseverance in the Pursuit of Utopia

Black Lodges • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Activism
  1. Perseverance is key in striving for utopia, despite challenges.
  2. It's essential to bridge the gap between optimism and intentional utopianism for sustainable change.
  3. Understanding and clarity are crucial for taking action towards a better future.

The Gears of the Machine

The Golden Notebooks • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Activism
  1. Comparison across different regimes and movements helps us understand the world better.
  2. Nonfiction works like Schulman's ACT-UP oral history and Royko's biography of Daley focus on collective stories and illuminate social structures.
  3. Writing collectively about people without becoming abstract requires forms like collective biographies and oral histories.

We Need a New World Order via the Internalization of This Israeli-Biden-Europe Genocidal War in Palestine

WritersPostNetworkBlog Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Activism
  1. Arab nations are called upon to enter the war and rescue Palestinians from American bombings.
  2. People of conscience worldwide should take action to stop the slaughtering of civilians in Palestine.
  3. Organize protests, sit-ins, strikes, and other forms of descent to force corporations to stop supporting mass killings in Palestine.

The Perversion of the Law According to Frédéric Bastiat

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
📖 Philosophy Activism
  1. Laws should protect people's rights, not promote injustice or inequality. Bastiat warned against the misuse of laws by those in power.
  2. Today, governments still misuse laws to suppress freedoms, protect corporate interests, and justify corruption. It is essential to be aware of these issues and take action.
  3. To combat the perversion of the law, it is crucial to educate ourselves on our rights, hold leaders accountable, and speak out against injustice. Equality under the law should be a shared goal.

Fight to Repair Weekly: Week of October 31, 2022

Fight to Repair • 0 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
🕹 Technology Activism
  1. All eyes are on New York Governor Kathy Hochul as the Digital Fair Repair Act awaits her signature, passing overwhelmingly in the Legislature.
  2. Albany's Times Union urges Governor Hochul to sign the right to repair bill despite lobbying efforts from special interests.
  3. Farmers face barriers to repair equipment due to restrictions on accessing repair tools, as highlighted in an opinion piece supporting the right to repair.

Cómo luchar contra un dictador

Dr. Mario's patchwork • 0 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Activism
  1. You can learn how to fight against a dictator from others who have faced similar challenges.
  2. Facing a dictator in a workplace scenario can be likened to the experiences of Maria Ressa with the President of the Philippines.
  3. Finding inspiration and strategies to combat dictators can come from various sources like articles, videos, and personal accounts.