At 1pm a crowd gathered at the Staten Island Ferry terminal in lower Manhattan for the 1 year anniversary of the murder of Eric Garner by NYPD and many are still wondering when there will be justice.
Articles by DC Authors
DC Authors articles from Democracy Chronicles writers across the globe are colleced here. And take a look at DC's Author Central page for more information about the writers and even inquire about getting involved yourself. Together, they help cover free and fair elections on every continent with a focus on American democracy.
The Destructive Core of U.S. Trade Deals: An Update
When I read about trade deals, I wonder: Will international corporations always get the better bargain? Do American citizens have a constitutional right to protect our air, land, water and other environmental and cultural resources? Where is our democracy?
Why I Am Running For President As An Independent
On March 30, 2015, I announced that I am an independent candidate for President of the United States of America. My primary reasons for making this decision are discussed here.
Three Long Years and Counting…
It’s crazy out there! Three years later, there are some things to be hopeful about, but it is a double edged sword. I guess the real trick is staying positive in the face of so much negativity.
On Income Inequality in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, Florida is the 4th in the nation of cities with the most income inequality, according to a recent study conducted by the financial new site 24/7 Wall St. Bloomberg rates Gainesville as 5th on their list of cities with the most income inequality.
Read, Think, Inform, ACT: Transformation of the Written Word
This set is a bit of an eclectic mix of articles to interest Human Rights activists of all sorts: the humanitarian, the person who wants to learn more about the plight of the refugee not only in the USA but the world over
10% Exclusive Athens Democracy Forum Discount
Considering the recent news out of Europe, there has never been a better time to plan a trip to support democracy than with a visit to the city that is perhaps most synonymous with the word.
A Science of Peacemaking: 2015
I believe in the overwhelming power of face-to-face dialog. In terms of strategy and actions, building peace requires fixing government. In terms of lifelong transformation, changing hearts and minds only occurs through face-to-face dialog.
A German Anti-TPP Activist in New York City
Jurgen Maier, who came with his son, Johnny, is Director of the German NGO Forum Environment and Development, a network monitoring international negotiations and currently coordinating Germany’s campaign against TTIP.
Sonnet LXIX by Pablo Neruda
Yesterday was Pablo Neruda’s birthday, and since he is one of my favorite poets, I dedicate this post to him, my translation of Sonnet LXIX from 100 Love Sonnets: Cien sonetos de amor