November 2011 archive

Letter to MP’s for Get Money Out Initiative

Dear Political Leader, I am writing to you as a member of the 99%, and as someone who is participating in the organization of #OCCUPYVANCOUVER (www.occupyvancouver.com).  We are in the early stages of organizing, and not all voices have been heard- so, until we have ratified our ideas, please understand I am not writing for …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: http://www.genuinewitty.com/2011/11/07/letter-to-mps-for-get-money-out-initiative/

The Battle is Our’s to Lose!

I understand the history and complexities of the relationship between traditional activists and the police.  And, I can in many cases, understand why these methods are important.  If you are protecting a virgin forest from a fleet of chainsaws, a simple hug may not be the answer.  However, this protest is different: 1.) The general public …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: http://www.genuinewitty.com/2011/11/07/the-battle-is-ours-to-lose/

My Grandmother Hated Abbie Hoffman

I had what most people believe to be a rather unusual childhood hero- if it wasn’t for Abbie Hoffman, I’d probably not be here writing to you today. His pranks and outspokenness inspired me, his writing helped structure how I see the world. My American grandmother was outraged by this. I brought a copy of …

Continue reading

Permanent link to this article: http://www.genuinewitty.com/2011/11/07/my-grandmother-hated-abbie-hoffman/

Load more