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Yearly Archives: 2008
Gary Chason on His Life in Independent Film
Still from Gary Chason’s God Thinks You’re a Loser.The Independent Film Movement:Letter From the Front LinesBy Gary Chason / The Rag Blog / June 11, 2008 [Gary Chason is an Austin-based filmmaker, screenwriter, actor, casting director, playwright, stage director and … Continue reading
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Tagged Arts, Austin, Film, Filmmakers, Independent Film, Technology, Texas, Writers
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A Fish Stinks From Its Head
The three chief architects and salesmen of the warInvestigate Thisby Scott Ritter / June 9, 2008 “I think the questions were asked. I think we pushed. I think we prodded. I think we challenged the president. I think not only … Continue reading
Peace Vigil in Bellingham, WA Every Friday
Bellingham residents protest Iraq warBellingham, Washington: Whatcom Peace Vigil 4:00 – 5:30 PM Weekly vigil in front of the Federal Building(Cornwall and Magnolia). A Bellingham tradition for over 30 years.
Someone Call Al Gore…
Kelly / The Onion. The Rag Blog / June ll, 2008
Quote of the Day : A Patriot
A patriot must always be ready to defend his country against his government. Edward Abbey Thanks to Harry Edwards / The Rag Blog / June 11, 2008
Truckers Blockade Traffic in Europe
Truck drivers parked on a highway leading out of Madrid yesterday, one of a number of roads they blocked. Other roads included some leading into the center of Barcelona and the border with France. Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images.Two truck … Continue reading
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Tagged Civil Disobedience, Energy, Europe, Fuel Costs, Labor, Social Action
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Senate Report : No Saddam, al-Qaida Link
The Senate Intelligence Committee, which released the Iraq report, is chaired by Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., left. The ranking minority member is Sen. Jay Rockefeller, right. Photo by Alex Wong / Getty Images.The Big Story You May Have Missed During … Continue reading
A Flashback with a Moral and Mental Midget
A few choice words from Rupert Murdoch that appeared in the Guardian on 11 February 2003. Just shows how arrogant and ignorant Amerikkkan power can be. Richard Jehn / The Rag Blog / June 10, 2008 On the war Mr … Continue reading
Like a Forced Marriage, It Probably Won’t Work
U.S. seeking 58 bases in Iraq, Shiite lawmakers sayBy Leila Fadel / June 9, 2008 BAGHDAD -Iraqi lawmakers say the United States is demanding 58 bases as part of a proposed “status of forces” agreement that will allow U.S. troops … Continue reading
Reasons to Redefine the Word "Murder"
Burma, Food Crisis, Wall Street and the World Economy: Drawing Your Last Breath HungryBy Allan Nairn / June 9, 2008 In parts of Burma before the cyclone hit the heat was so severe that you could walk around on a … Continue reading
"Ain’t Gonna Study War No More…"
Vets for Peace hold “Sangha” for Ft. Hood GI’sBy Doug Zachary / The Rag Blog / June 9, 2008 [Doug Zachary is a regular contributor to The Rag Blog. A veteran, he is president of the Austin chapter of Veterans … Continue reading
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Tagged Austin, GI's, Iraq, Music, Peace Movement, Rock 'n Roll, Social Action, Veterans, Vietnam
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Tom Hayden on Hillary’s Endorsement of Obama
Hillary’s Winning SpeechBy Tom Hayden / June 7, 2008 Hillary Clinton’s moving and brilliant speech today cemented an independent place for herself and feminists in general in the unfolding historical drama of the 2008 presidential election. The speech, which situated … Continue reading
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Tagged Democratic Party, Feminism, Hillary, Obama, Presidential Campaign
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