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Mark Apollo articles

mark apollo Mark Apollo has been an active member of the Occupy movement since the very beginning, dedicated to the core principles and mission of OWS as well as supporting the work of other activist, organizations working on a number of issues locally and nationally. His work has been focused in three main areas: Outreach, Organizing and Media. See his other work at his YouTube Channel and on Twitter.

Report From the Peace Congress to End U.S. Wars at Home and Abroad

by Mark Apollo - November 11, 2018

Peace Congress to End U.S. Wars at Home and Abroad

I was lucky enough to attend the “Peace Congress to End U.S. Wars at Home and Abroad” that took place in Washington D.C. on November 9th. I livestreamed the morning session.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests

Photos From the Counter Protest to NYC Anti-Sharia Law March

by Mark Apollo - June 12, 2017

Anti-Sharia Law Protests

Protesters who gathered in what they called the “March Against Sharia” to denounce Islamic law were met across the country with equally sized or larger counter-protests.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections, Racism and Prejudice, Religion and Democracy

Video From the Recent March Against Monsanto in NYC

by Mark Apollo - May 22, 2017

The grassroots New York City March Against Monsanto took place on May 20th in Bryant Park and in concert with protests synchronized by the March Against Monsanto organization across the globe.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections, Worldwide

Photos From the Tax March to Trump Towers in New York City

by Mark Apollo - April 18, 2017

Tax March to Trump Towers

Thousands rallied and marched in New York City and around the country on Tax Day, April 15th 2017, to demand President Donald Trump show his tax returns. The protest started at Bryant Park and marched to Trump Towers.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, Election Transparency, New York City and State Elections

VIDEO: Trump Towers Protests of U.S. Airstrike on Syria

by Mark Apollo - April 11, 2017

Trump Towers Protests of U.S. Airstrike

Hundreds protested in New York City against war in response to the airstrikes ordered by President Donald Trump on a Syrian airbase. Protests took place at Trump Towers and in Union Square.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections, Syria

VIDEO: NYC March with a Purpose for Ramarley Graham

by Mark Apollo - April 6, 2017

Purpose for Ramarley Graham

Five years ago, the NYPD murdered Ramarley Graham, a black unarmed teenager, and brutalized his family in their own home. They had initially trailed Graham for “walking with a purpose.”

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: African-Americans and Democracy, Civil Rights, Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections

PHOTOS: Interfaith Groups Pray for Immigrants in NYC

by Mark Apollo - January 30, 2017

Interfaith Groups Pray For Immigrants

The New York Immigration Coalition and interfaith groups from around the New York City area held a vigil and Jummah prayer for immigrant communities. The event attended by around 250 people.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections, Religion and Democracy

Report From a Day Of Protest on the Fight For 15 Anniversary

by Mark Apollo - November 30, 2016

Fight For 15 Anniversary

Today marked the four year anniversary of the start of the Fight For 15 movement, which has made strong headway in raising the minimum wage across the country

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections, Socialism and Labor

Die-In During NYC Justice for Kyam Livingston March

by Mark Apollo - September 23, 2016

NYPD Internal Affairs Bureau Kyam Livingston

Take a look at these videos from the Justice for Kyam Livingston Emergency Rally and March that took place on September 21st, 2016 at in New York City’s Grand Central Terminal

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Civil Rights, Democracy Protests, New York City and State Elections

Occupy Wall Street 5 Year Anniversary at Zuccotti Park

by Mark Apollo - September 20, 2016

Occupy Wall Street 5 Year Anniversary

This a collection of photos from the five year anniversary. It was less a protest then a reunion of Occupy Wall Street members all of whom have been fighting on a number of issues since 2011

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Democracy Protests, Occupy Wall Street

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In California politics, you must find your inner terminator

By Joe Mathews March 23, 2023

To protect ballot initiatives from continuous opposition, one needs robust endurance and tenacity akin to Schwarzenegger’s.

Harnessing The Power Of Juries

By Jenna Spinelle March 23, 2023

Juries are a democratic institution. They provide an important site for democratic action by citizens and their use should be revived.

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Quality Education and Prioritizing Children: Fighting GOP Exploitation

By Jack Jones March 14, 2023

The GOP has turned its back on the educational needs of America’s youth. We need to invest in our children and protect their futures.

Finding the “We” in Civic Engagement

By Jenna Spinelle March 4, 2023

Collective action problems arise for people who want to get things done. Forming functional groups is key to effective civic engagement.

Taking Cues From The American Oligarchy

By Jack Jones February 20, 2023

The more the GOP has become complete obedience to their oligarch masters, the more they are driving the right winged minded fringe.

How california made a polish poet great

By Joe Mathews February 8, 2023

Exiled to Berkeley, Czesław Miłosz explored the margins of alienation, the horrors of his past, and visions of the future.

What Will It Take To Make Democracy More Representative?

By Jenna Spinelle February 8, 2023

Multiple dimensions of identity simultaneously shape pathways to candidacy and representation for all groups seeking a seat.

Courts Off The Deep End, Again

By Andrew Straw February 1, 2023

Closing the courts, shutting down dissent, and violating the rights of whistleblowers. These are not the actions of an open, free society.

The Christian Evangelical Church

By Jack Jones January 22, 2023

I am not against Big Business having a voice, just not all the voices, and especially not an impersonator pretending to speak for God.

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1800s Barbershop Converted To Voting Rights Museum

1800s Barbershop Converted To Voting Rights Museum

March 16, 2023

El Paso’s Project XV Museum, Texas’ first voting rights museum, has been built over the last year by David Strother, a barbershop owner.

Russian Wagner Boss Acknowledges Comparison With Rasputin

Russian Wagner Boss Acknowledges Comparison With Rasputin

January 30, 2023

Russian mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin responded to comparisons [with]…Rasputin who treated the son of the last tsar for haemophilia.

ChatGPT Is Changing Education, AI Experts Say

ChatGPT Is Changing Education, AI Experts Say

January 30, 2023

Newly-launched AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT is changing the internet landscape. It presents several opportunities, including in education.

Girl Scouts Earn Democracy Badge At Workshop In Salina

Girl Scouts Earn Democracy Badge At Workshop In Salina

January 26, 2023

The workshop assisted Girl Scouts in grades K–10 in earning their Democracy Badge through learning activities on democracy.

Study: Media Can Reduce Polarization By Telling Personal Stories

Study: Media Can Reduce Polarization By Telling Personal Stories

January 26, 2023

Sharing personal experiences and pairing them with facts reduces political dehumanization and increases political tolerance.

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