Should right-wing hate be aimed at children? I’m certain you agree that the answer is a resounding “No!” I’m talking about kids who are taking the heat for their parents’ commitment to progressive activism - the struggles for peace, human rights, civil liberties, economic justice, a... Read more...
Performance of swedish artist Makode Linde at World art day 15 april 2012 at Moderna Museet Stockholm “It’s a self-portrait. It’s not meant to represent anything, except me.” Makode Linde seems more bemused than irritated when we discuss the huge, worldwide storm that his cake has stirred... Read more...
(A reprint from the Daily Challenge Tuesday, Forum Column, p. 5, April 29, 1997) Whereas it is essential, if man is not to be compelled to have recourse, as a last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, that human rights should be protected by the rule of law. Universal Declaration ... Read more...
Police in Georgia defended their decision Tuesday to handcuff and arrest a 6-year-old elementary student after the school called to report a juvenile had assaulted a principal and was damaging school property. Milledgeville police said they were called to Creekside Elementary School on Friday... Read more...
It is perhaps the most iconic sports photograph ever taken. Captured at the medal ceremony for the men's 200 meters at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, U.S. sprinter Tommie Smith stands defiantly, head bowed, his black-gloved fist thrust into the thin air. Behind him fellow American John Carlos joins wi... Read more...