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'Racist, Sexist Boy' By The Linda Lindas
Back in March 2020, ten-year-old Mila was approached by a boy in her school whose father told him to stay away from Chinese people. “It was my first experience of racism, and I didn’t really know how to respond,” said Mila, who told the boy she was Chinese, and he backed away.
Protest Song Of The Week: 'It's Been Burning For A While' By Chris Pierce
When news hit that Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts for the murder of George Floyd, there was a collective sigh of relief. But the fact that the verdict was in doubt is evidence that there is still a long way to go. The reality is that since the trial started on March 29, police have on average killed more than three people a day in the United States, including 13-year-old Adam Toledo in Chicago and 20-year-old Daunte Wright in Minnesota.
'I Pity The Country' By Leanne Betasamosake Simpson
Leanne Betasamosake Simpson is an acclaimed novelist, poet, scholar, and singer. She is also a member of the Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg people, native to southern Ontario, Canada. She recently released her stunning new album “Theory Of Ice.” One of the issues heavily dealt with on the album is climate change.
Links 11/3/2021: MediaGoblin 0.11.0, OVHcloud Evaporated in Strasbourg
Opinion | Resilient Networks Can Save Lives The injustice and barriers getting in the way of people trying to stay connected are nearly identical to the injustices woven into our electrical grids. Deepfake Of Tom Cruise Has Everyone Freaking Out Prematurely You may have heard that in recent days a series of deepfake videos appeared on TikTok of a fake Tom Cruise looking very Tom-Cruise-ish all while doing mostly non-Tom-Cruise-ish things.
'Television' By Lula Wiles
Lula Wiles is an Americana trio that skillfully employs traditional music forms to provide poignant commentary on current issues. On May 21, they are releasing “Shame and Sedition,” the follow-up to their exceptional 2019 album “What Will We Do.” The album was recorded on native Wabanaki land in New England, which carries additional weight considering trio member Mali Obomsawin is part of the Abenaki Nation.
Shame and Sedition, by Lula Wiles
1. How am I supposed to know? What to do with it, what to say What to play up or play down Ooo, freedom So unbearable to watch So untenable to chase Not everything can be changed History, trapped in your face How am I supposed to be?
'Try It, You'll Like It' By Marvin Gaye
Marvin Gaye’s followup to his signature masterpiece, “What’s Going On,” was finally released by Motown and UMe on March 29, which would have been his 80th birthday. For 47 years, “You’re The Man” (1972) was shelved.
'Creator Made An Animal' By Snotty Nose Rez Kids
The following was originally published at Ongoing History Of Protest Songs. Snotty Nose Rez Kids are a Canadian indigenous hip-hop duo made up of Darren “Young D” Metz and Quinton “Yung Trybez” Nyce, both Haisla Nation. They previously released two albums of politically charged music that included several songs that spoke to the issue of indigenous rights.
'Morning In America' By Durand Jones
The following was originally published at Ongoing History Of Protest Songs.
'Guns' By Quelle Chris
The following was originally published at Ongoing History Of Protest Songs. Quelle Chris is a Detroit-based indie rapper who is known for his eclectic brand of socially conscious hip-hop. In 2018, he and his partner Jean Grae released the well-received “Everything’s Fine,” which was one of the best protest albums of 2018. He is following it up with a solo album “Guns,” which is due out March 29, 2019.
When CNN Went Digging For Dirt On Russia-Backed Viral Video Company
Editor’s Note Disclosure: Kevin Gosztola co-hosts the “Unauthorized Disclosure” podcast with Rania Khalek, who is a contributor for Maffick Media’s Soapbox. “Unauthorized Disclosure” is entirely listener-funded. Shadowproof is member-supported and funded by reader donations. CNN went in search for a story about a Russian-funded digital media project that produces viral videos aimed at undermining American democracy.
Confronted by Rep. Ilhan Omar On El Salvador, Elliott Abrams Melts Down
Elliott Abrams, the special envoy to Venezuela for President Donald Trump’s administration, had a meltdown when Representative Ilhan Omar highlighted his criminal conduct in the Iran-Contra scandal.
Clinton Adviser Defends Hosting Netanyahu
When a prominent, progressive establishment think tank, the Center for American Progress, hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on November 10, 2015, it was widely criticized among the left. However, in an email sent by Neera Tanden, the think tank’s president, she defends the decision to welcome Netanyahu with open arms. The email was published in the latest batch of “Podesta Emails” from WikiLeaks.
Why Democrats Reinforced GOP Attacks Against Muslim Rep. Ilhan Omar
Democratic Party leaders in Congress made an example out of Muslim Representative Ilhan Omar, a Democrat from Minnesota, and forced her to apologize for tweets she sent against the influence of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) over elected United States officials.
'Do You Think Assad Is Good Person?' Tulsi Gabbard Grilled On MSNBC
MSNBC hosts heavily relied upon unfair allegations and grilled Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard, who appeared on “Morning Joe” to discuss her 2020 presidential campaign. Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, Willie Geist, and Kasie Hunt put on a self-righteous and shameful display because Gabbard refused to be baited into using buzzwords that elites typically rely upon when talking about United States foreign policy.
'Take It' By Black Roots
In this vintage reggae tune from Black Roots, the group comments on capitalism’s exploitation of poor and working class people. The song, “Take It,” says we’re “living in an unjust world, when the rich have put the poor in chains.” It empathizes with workers who labor from early in the morning to the evening, their muscles aching from the start of their shift. “Some take it with the white, some take it with the green. They all play for a different team,” the group sings in the chorus.
Lawsuit Over Highway Shutdown During #NoDAPL Protests Expands
As private security company, TigerSwan, disputes whether they should be a target of a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of indigenous water protectors and others at Standing Rock, plaintiffs have further outlined alleged civil rights violations that occurred in October 2016.
Roberto Lovato On Elliott Abrams And Venezuela Opposition
If you would like to support the show and help keep us going strong, please become a subscriber on our Patreon page. Roberto Lovato is a journalist and educator, who has reported on immigration, the drug war, climate change, and national security. His work covers many parts of Latin America. In 2015, he wrote the article, “The Making Of Leopoldo Lopez,” for Foreign Policy.
Venezuela Archives - Shadowproof
Interview With Journalist Roberto Lovato On Elliott Abrams, Venezuela Opposition, And Destabilization Welfare Roberto Lovato is a journalist and educator, who has reported on immigration, the drug war, climate change, and national security. His work covers many parts of Latin America. In 2015, he wrote the article, “The Making Of Leopoldo Lopez,” for Foreign Policy.
Challenging The Liberal Case For Trump's Coup In Venezuela
In an analysis published by POLITICO Magazine, Frida Ghitis, a contributing columnist for CNN.com and the Washington Post, defended Democrats who support President Donald Trump’s policy of intervention in Venezuela. To the extent that Ghitis’ arguments represent the best case that Democrats and the wider liberal establishment can make for backing a coup attempt in Venezuela, the case she put forward is worth challenging thoroughly.
Responding to Jon Chait on the Suddenly Possible Idea of Raising the Medicare Eligibility Age
So my old college pal Jon Chait (I promise before the end of my time here to pull out the parody my college humor magazine did of his column in the Michigan Daily) has responded to my criticism of his endorsement of raising the Medicare eligibility age, America’s worst new idea. I’ll get to batting that around in a moment. As the kerfuffle was happening, however, this has become less of an academic argument.
Jon Chait’s Miserable Endorsement of Raising the Medicare Eligibility Age
Since Jon Chait has never met a concession he didn’t like, he comes out with an endorsement of raising the Medicare eligibility age as part of a long-term deficit deal. So his cover for what is universally regarded as a terrible idea surely led deficit scolds seeking to use the problem to weaken the safety net to give each other high-fives. Let’s look at Chait’s reasoning. I would probably start with the fact that he’s not 64 or 65.
CNN Goes 'Undercover' To Manufacture Consent For Coup In Venezuela
A CNN “exclusive” report from inside Venezuela aired multiple times on the network on January 28. It is a prime example of how influential media outlets in the U.S. effectively create propaganda for the opposition, which now is receiving funds from President Donald Trump’s administration.
Links 29/1/2019: VirtualBox 6.0.4, New Firefox, KMyMoney 5.0.3, Flatpak 1.2
This Is Very Dangerous’: Trump Administration Seizes Venezuela Oil Assets, Renews Threat of Military Action If Maduro Stays The Trump administration intensified its interference in politically-fractured Venezuela on Monday by announcing the seizure of billions of dollars in assets connected to the nation’s state-owned oil company, a move critics decried as part of a “dangerous” U.S. policy to help opposition forces overthrow elected president Nicolás Maduro.
'Good Old American Values' By Lula Wiles
The following was originally published at Ongoing History Of Protest Songs. Lula Wiles is an Americana trio that effectively uses traditional music forms to provide relevant commentary on current issues.
A Film About Trauma At Home And Growing Up
Editor’s Note We’re pleased to publish this preview of our member newsletter, “Keeping The Issues Alive,” which provides a closer look at the stories we’re following at Shadowproof. Subscribe for $9/month and receive this weekly newsletter: SUBSCRIBE NOW “Minding The Gap” is a 2018 feature documentary nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Shadowproof managing editor Kevin Gosztola offers a review.
What Will We Do, by Lula Wiles
• Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more. • Standard weight black LP housed in a single-pocket jacket with art, design, and layout by Carla Rozman with photography by Meghan Ireland. This is a 140g Vinyl LP. Includes unlimited streaming of What Will We Do via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
'Culture Of Fear' In Federal Prisons May Undermine First Step Act
Wardens and other senior officials in the federal prison system engage in gross misconduct, avoid consequences by disrupting investigations and disciplinary proceedings, and encourage a “culture of fear and retaliation,” according to a report from a subcommittee of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
Lula Wiles: Combatting Erasure One Song at a Time
Hello humans! Lula Wiles here, writing to you from Brooklyn. We have decided that 2019 is the year we will take over the world, and that, necessarily, starts with the No Depression homepage! You’ll be seeing a lot of us, as we’re the ND Spotlight artist this month. As we approach the release of our sophomore album, What Will We Do, out on Smithsonian Folkways Recordings on Jan.
DoD Directive Used Duplicity to Hide Current Use of SERE Torture Techniques in Interrogations
Recent revelations about the content of a still secret Senate report on the CIA’s rendition, detention and interrogation program, which allowed for use of torture, highlight the use of techniques used by a little-known military department. These techniques from the military’s Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape program (SERE) had been lifted from a mock-torture prison camp exercise used to inoculate U.S. prisoners against the effects of torture.
Man Who Sought Truth in Teigin Mass Murder Case Dies in Tokyo
FORGET FORGET FORGET “But something is wrong, very wrong…” The Google Alert notified me a few days ago that, according to The Japan Times, a 54-year-old Japanese man, Takehiko Hirasawa, died alone and unheralded in Suginami Ward, Tokyo. Cause of death is unknown. When the crime that obsessed him most of his adult life occurred, he had not yet been born. He was not yet the son of two fathers. He was not yet the head of the Society to Save Sadamichi Hirasawa.
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