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From the Tea Party, to Occupy Wall Street, to the growing number of organizations like Votizen and Americans Elect, non-partisans all over the United States are having an impact on local, state, and national politics.

EPA Set to Regulate “Hydraulic Fracture” Mining on Federal Land

EPA Set to Regulate “Hydraulic Fracture” Mining on Federal Land

By on 05/15/2012 in Activism, Energy and Water, Legislation, Organizations, Policy Reform, Uncategorized with 1 Comment

Do you have running water in your home? Does your home have a heating system? Does it contain electrical wiring? Have you ever twirled spaghetti on a stainless steel fork? Did you brush your teeth with toothpaste from a tube?.

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Kathleen Kennedy Townsend: ‘The Spirit of America: Promise & Reality’

Kathleen Kennedy Townsend: ‘The Spirit of America: Promise & Reality’

By on 05/14/2012 in Activism, Movements, Organizations with 0 Comments

A nation works best when all of its people feel that they have a role, when all can fully participate, when each is inspired by an ideal greater than one’s own desires; for everyone needs to be part of a compelling mission.

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European Elections: Pirates on the Horizon

European Elections: Pirates on the Horizon

By on 05/14/2012 in Activism, Movements, Organizations with 3 Comments

In the last two weeks, European elections have given rise to a wave of anti-incumbent and anti-austerity sentiment among voters in France, Greece and even Germany, where the Pirate Party continues to expand its foothold in state governments across the country.

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Spotlight: California’s Latino Legislative Caucus

Spotlight: California’s Latino Legislative Caucus

By on 05/08/2012 in Activism, California, Legislators, Organizations, States with 1 Comment

It is safe to say that the power of the Latino Legislative Caucus will continue to grow as the Latino vote hits critical mass in California and nationwide.

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Federal Income Tax, Part 2: The FairTax Solution

Federal Income Tax, Part 2: The FairTax Solution

By on 05/02/2012 in Activism, Budget, Economy, Legislation, Organizations, Policy Reform, Taxes, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

Proponents say the FairTax could reduce debt while increasing economic prosperity and opportunity for Americans at all income levels.

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Future for Organized Labor: Fight For Less, Not More Government

Future for Organized Labor: Fight For Less, Not More Government

By on 05/02/2012 in Activism, Movements, Organizations with 7 Comments

If organized labor wants a better future and higher standards of living for workers, it should fight for less, not more government.

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The Wobblies: Early Warriors of the Labor Movement

The Wobblies: Early Warriors of the Labor Movement

By on 05/01/2012 in Activism, Movements, Organizations with 3 Comments

Rights we take for granted in the workplace are the result of ferocious labor battles from 1895-1940. The Wobblies were a central force.

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The Founding Fathers’ Vision of a Free Society Makes a Grassroots Comeback

The Founding Fathers’ Vision of a Free Society Makes a Grassroots Comeback

By on 05/01/2012 in Activism, Legislators, Movements, Organizations with 1 Comment

Much like our Founding Fathers did before us, more Americans are reflecting on our human nature, human rights, and the role of government.

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Surprise: Unions Can Help Workers, Businesses Navigate Tough Times

Surprise: Unions Can Help Workers, Businesses Navigate Tough Times

By on 04/30/2012 in Activism, Organizations with 7 Comments

While there are myriad examples of ineffectual, even corrupt, unions that are well past their prime, Local 6 serves as a reminder that a labor union can represent employees effectively.

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Public Sector Unions Give Some Citizens an Unfair Advantage in the Public Policy Process

Public Sector Unions Give Some Citizens an Unfair Advantage in the Public Policy Process

By on 04/30/2012 in Activism, Budget, Economy, Movements, Organizations, Policy Reform with 18 Comments

Even FDR recognized that public sector unions give some citizens an unfair advantage over others in determining public policy, undermining the freedoms of other citizens by diminishing their voice.

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