activism
Grassroots campaigns have proven instrumental in bringing about political, social or environmental change; you've got to start somewhere-might as well start here.
Unsung Heroes Always Sing
This isn't about a kid who started with a dollar and a dream and struck it rich, however this man has brought us diamonds and gold. This isn't about a photographer who captures breathtaking images of his environment; this man shares beauty by lending his eyes. He doesn't paint fabulous murals but instead hands the paintbrush to those in pain and whispers, "reveal yourself."
By Dillon Brady5 years ago in The Swamp
Twenty Thousand Reasons
Jan. 5th, 2020: Strange uncles are nothing new in the world. It’s all that trying to be cool, pretending that they are somehow still young, still connected. My Uncle Umoja is no exception. Well, he is a bit of an oddity even in this category.
By Jason Witmer5 years ago in The Swamp
Listen to Ally Henny
There is a profound difference between advice and truth. Advice is like a hairbrush; a skilled stylist can utilize it in a way that creates a fresh and distinctive look. But after a few days if the recipient isn’t intentional, the impression of the stylist’s brush is quickly forgotten. Truth, on the other hand, is like a baseball bat applied to the same head. Those on the receiving end of a baseball bat are unlikely to ever be the same. Good advice is always welcomed and helpful, but the truth is life altering.
By Rick Adventure 5 years ago in The Swamp
You’re Being Lied to: Environmental Regulation Actually Boosts the Economy
It seems like common knowledge that government regulations are burdensome for companies. In many cases, this is true, as regulations create obstacles for businesses, which limits their output and requires more resources to overcome. Many free-market advocates echo this sentiment when they talk about “reducing government red tape” and wanting “smaller government.” They see it as a tug-o-war between private industry and government.
By The Happy Neuron5 years ago in The Swamp
A reason for homelessness
Jordan Biehn is another homeless person I love, love, love. Her street name is Barbie. I think of her as a lovely woman - a kind of modern Eve. I know her to be a complex. injured, independant, masochistic artist. She knew Olya Stefania Marko, my deceased partner, and would sometimes sit with us in Tim Hortons, but never for long. Olya called Jordan my fantasy woman. Olya and I could talk about anything. Olya wasn't really describing just a sexual ignition system. Olya was talking about a desire, on my part, to matter. In Jordan's case by helping her recover from own heavy judgements. Olya and I often talked of the 'wiggle room' that people might extend to themselves: regular forgivenesses, self-allowances, especially during societal failures, to be sometimes angry, to sometimes act out in embarrassing ways. This is especially true in the homeless population which are, amongst other things, some of the most profoundly doctrinal law and order types that you will come across. So much so, that I fear they help elect conservatives who sometimes seem to pretend that the homeless are not really there.
By Budsy Huggys5 years ago in The Swamp
The Case for International Gun Registration
The War against Guns has always been a priority not just in America but also in the world. Guns are one of the biggest polluters on the planet. It is not enough for one country to ban them or their high magazine but all countries must ban together to end all wars. What made the War on Drugs so deadly? Drug dealers have unlimited access to guns and weaponry, And they did so because of the jurisdiction of other countries. Drug dealers would hide in other countries to terrorize the countries' people to win power. Guns have always existed to overpower others. This is why there is a need to eliminate their effect on civilized societies. And when the internet came along, it strengthens the Black Market which sells drugs, guns, and all types of exotic things including humans. This must not exist any longer in society. Someone has to answer to this crime and we must and the world must break through this barrier to secure future generations. There cannot be any doubt about the consequences of leaving guns unchecked and balancing the power of the weaponry. There can be no peace and harmony while guns are freely given to anyone without a dignified purpose. Each year, we hear about the mass shootings in schools because of unauthorized access to guns, not only in America but around the world. We hear how school children are kidnapped due to some terrorism in foreign continent's nations such as Africa. If we are to win this then we got to make a mark for all people.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous5 years ago in The Swamp
Selling ourselves short.
American work culture has us selling our souls for minimum return. It depends on where you fall on the totem pole as to what kind of return you get for your investment. Please don’t misunderstand me, I believe that an individual should put forth effort in creating a future that suites them and also helps support the community. However, that would be an easy feat if we all started out with the same privilege, if any.
By Caralee Core5 years ago in The Swamp
The Man who Knelt
I know next to nothing about football. I played a very short game of flag football in Junior High, picked up the football after a down and everyone yelled at me. Apparently that was wrong? I had asked how to play and no one had answered, so after that I decided to return to not caring about the game.
By Karalynn Rowley5 years ago in The Swamp
The weight of lives
*This story was written in 2016 after Dallas Incident. “Don’t shoot”. A young boy who is wearing a snapback hat holds his hands up in the air. During the New York City trip, Bushwick gave me the deepest impressions. And especially this mural painting, which was painted by Brooklyn-based street artist Lmnopi, was the number one.
By Han Jolene Katrin Shin5 years ago in The Swamp
