Category Archives: Big Government

Skirmishes in the Information Wars

Posted on January 4, 2006 by bfiacarolinevernon

Skirmishes in the Information Wars By Mike Whitney Online Journal Contributing Writer onlinejournal.com There are only two weapons in the imperial tool chest: force and deception. The brutal colonial occupation of Iraq has provided us with a lavish example of … Continue reading →

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Choice: The New Progressive Frame

Posted on January 4, 2006 by bfialindathieman

Choice: The New Progressive Frame by Rachel Neumann, AlterNet.org Rachel Neumann believes that choice will be one of the most buzzed about issues in 2006. Here's how, in her opinion, progressives can frame the message. The Right To Mother – … Continue reading →

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Dr. Susan Wood to Speak in Des Moines on Thursday, Jan. 5, on Women’s Health, Emergency Contraception and the FDA

Posted on January 4, 2006 by bfialindathieman

Dr. Susan Wood to Speak in Des Moines on Thursday, Jan. 5, on Women's Health, Emergency Contraception and the FDA Dr. Susan Wood will be speaking at Drake University (Bulldog Theatre) on Thursday, January 5th. This event is free and … Continue reading →

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This Week in Media

Posted on January 2, 2006 by bfiaarronwings

This Week in Media The good news this week is that the Corporation for Public Broadcasting is likely to retain most of its current level of funding. A new study reinforces the notion that locally owned stations produce better local … Continue reading →

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A Holiday Message

Posted on December 29, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

A Holiday Message By Bev Conover http://www.onlinejournal.com Kick back and enjoy this holiday season, whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah or the Winter Solstice, so we can renew ourselves for the struggles ahead. As Americans, we find ourselves in a … Continue reading →

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Well, I Guess Not QUITE The Whole World is Insane…yet

Posted on December 21, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Well, I Guess Not QUITE The Whole World is Insane…yet The Senate has rejected arctic drilling yet again, in spite of the fact that the measure was part of a massive “defense” spending bill. In unrelated news, a federal judge … Continue reading →

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SLAUGHTERHOUSE BLUES

Posted on December 15, 2005 by bfiamollyreagan

SLAUGHTERHOUSE BLUES ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 5TH, I READ THE FOLLOWING TO THE EAST MOLINE, IL, CITY COUNCIL, MAYOR AND NEARLY 400 OTHERS IN A CROWDED HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM. WE HAD GATHERED TO VOICE OUR OPINIONS ON A PROPOSED HOG … Continue reading →

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The Nuclear Truth and the Party of Arrogance

Posted on December 14, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

The Nuclear Truth and The Party of Arrogance by Anthony Wade http://www.opednews.com In these most precarious times, it seems to me that it's about time that our leadership rises to the challenges that are before us all, and FIGHT for … Continue reading →

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Commericalization of our National Parks

Posted on December 1, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

Commercialization of our National Parks From Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER). The National Park Service is getting ready to adopt new policies that would dramatically increase the commercialization of our National Parks. Under the new plan, the Park … Continue reading →

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A SLAUGHTERHOUSE AND CONFINEMENTS WITH AMMONIA AND HYDROGEN SULFIDE COMING TO A LOCATION NEAR YOU

Posted on November 27, 2005 by bfiamollyreagan

A SLAUGHTERHOUSE AND CONFINEMENTS WITH AMMONIA AND HYDROGEN SULFIDE COMING TO A LOCATION NEAR YOU Today a press conference was held in Moline, IL. It was to notify the press that TWO PUBLIC MEETINGS WILL TAKE PLACE NEXT SATURDAY, DECEMBER … Continue reading →

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