I have been too busy in the day-to-day to write anything much these days, but I did want to post my talk at the recent two-day conference presented by Future Without Poverty and dedicated to Reducing Global Poverty Through Grassroots Sustainable Actions.
Socialism and Labor articles on Democracy Chronicles
This section deals with articles relating to democracy, socialism and labor. Reckoning with the important relationship between democracy and labor is essential in a democratic government. The theory of socialism, as opposed to capitalism, is characterized by social ownership of the means of production and co-operative management of the economy. Also see our articles on Anarchism, Capitalism, and Libertarianism. Also, there are many socialist parties in the US that you can find information on at our Third Party Central including Senator Bernie Sanders, a major election reform supporter.
May Day, Things Change; Things Stay the Same…
I was looking through my old May Day activities, and I came across this letter I had written to my petition followers two years ago, in 2014. Back then I had a little over 4000 signatures, yet today we have 10,141.
On May Day and Meaningful Work
In the 1860’s, working people mobilized speaking loud and clear in favor of an 8-hour work day without a cut in pay – claimed by the working people themselves without the support or consent of the employers.
Wrangle Control From Credit Card Companies And Banks
All of us can take a big step toward a more sane Life Economy by saying “no” to debt. Working toward our financial independence in big and small ways gives us peace and freedom from the credit system and its enormous influence.
The Fate of Social Security and Medicare
As the U.S. progresses into a position where a surplus for Social Security and Medicare is absent, decisions must be made. These decisions will influence both the current and future beneficiaries, and thus, need to be made with great thought.
Rally to Stop the Rheingold Development in Brooklyn
The Brooklyn Solidarity Network, took a stand today to end the violence that the gentrification process has wreaked on the entire city of New York, over the past decade including the new Rheingold development
Congressional Battle For Retirement Industry Lobbyists
Department of Labor’s Fiduciary Rule has set off fight with retirement industry lobbyists
Politics of Education: El Ritual de lo Habitual
As we listen and analyze the proposals of all candidates, we should consider questions like the following: What causes inequality in education? In society? What are the consequences?
Do Reagan and Clinton Define the Current Two-Party System?
Despite the perception that former Presidents Reagan and Clinton are polar opposites, the rise of both of these world leaders is mirrored in that both were elected during times of great economic instability, singled out to halt the fiscal chaos that had been unfolding.
Peace, Freedom and the Labels that Divide Us
I am honored and delighted that California’s Peace and Freedom Party has put my name forward to appear on the June 7 California Presidential Primary. The slate they sent forward to the California Secretary of State is all women!