DN! Debate: Is DREAM Act a Solution for Millions of Undocumented Youth or a Funnel for Military Recruitment?

Posted on August 24, 2010 by iwilder

Democracy Now! Debate: Is DREAM Act a Solution for Millions of Undocumented Youth or a Funnel for Military Recruitment? The Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act—DREAM—would allow undocumented young people a chance at citizenship provided they attend college for at least two years or enlist in the military. It’s been described as a […]

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Too-skinny fashion model debate turns to age discussions

Posted on February 11, 2010 by kwilder

It is good to be reflecting on this problem about the battle women have with fitting into our culture’s vision of beauty, and even more concretely, fitting into the “sample size” for models clothes. Hoping the energy behind this is determined and sincere, and that maybe others take up the cause. This article is a […]

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Shut down the “Army Arcade” – a way to glamorize the army to young people

Posted on April 7, 2009 by kwilder

There will be a demonstration on Saturday, May 2nd at the Franklin Mills Mall in Philadelphia, PA, to express community outrage about the Army Experience Center, an arcade for young people which includes bloody video games and gun play with life-like targets. A group of Long Island peace activists will attend.

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Sunday: Some thoughts on the Power Shift conference in DC

Posted on March 1, 2009 by kwilder

So, I am observing from afar the Power Shift conference in DC with hopefulness and some healthy skepticism. I am thankful that 12,ooo or so young people cared enough about something political and environmental to show up. (So many times, among my progressive colleagues, we find ourselves saying “Where are the young people?”.) I am […]

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Greece: A perfect storm of grievance, scandal and rage

Posted on December 9, 2008 by iwilder

In Greece, there are protesters and rioters, angered about a conservative government, economic hardship, and the police killing of a 15-year-old-boy. Article, “A Perfect Storm of Grievance, Scandal and Rage”, from the Guardian UK: here

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Local Theater: “Theater Games”, a play set in high school

Posted on September 8, 2008 by iwilder

This play was recommended to me by Charlotte Koons, The Peace Crone. She has very good taste! Theater Games is being performed at the Islip Pavilion on Thursday- Saturday, September 18, 19, 20.  At $15, $20, $25 a ticket it is well worth seeing. Especially anyone who has ever set foot in a classroom!  I’m […]

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Edgewood Preserve Activities Summer 2008

Posted on July 28, 2008 by iwilder

Edgewood Preserve SUMMER 2008 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES All events are free and take place at the Edgewood Preserve (unless otherwise noted). Meet just inside the parking area. Rain cancels all events, clouds do not. The Edgewood Preserve is located on Commack Road in Deer Park. All hiking trails are flat and easy to walk. No […]

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