by Albert C. U.S.A Fascism is a political system of fear and the failure of democracy. Fascism uses ultra-nationalism, the cult of the authoritarian leader, the glorification of violence, and hatred of liberty. So why are large segments of a democratic population drawn to an anti-democratic ideology? By examining the psychological and social appeal of … Continue reading American Fascism and its Allure
We Must Fight Back!
by Nikoli Weir Freedom, by its very nature, looks different everywhere. Tyranny tends to look the same. Wrapped in a flag and carrying a cross, it has finally come to America. Enabled by the moribund institutions of the United States government, Trump’s reign of terror spreads across the nation, unimpeded by so called “checks and … Continue reading We Must Fight Back!
Goncalves, Just the Tip of the ICEburg, or Bitchin’ Christmas Baskets for Everyone!
by Jacob Richards The case of Caroline Dais Goncalves has made headlines across Colorado and the nation and is now headed to court, but the coverage and both lawsuits miss the forest for the trees. On June 5, Mesa County Sheriff’s Deputy Alex Zwinck, pulled over Goncalves for following too close to a semi-truck, Zwinck … Continue reading Goncalves, Just the Tip of the ICEburg, or Bitchin’ Christmas Baskets for Everyone!
Resist Fascism, Fight for Socialism
"The United States is in turmoil. With the election of Donald Trump, the forces of fascism and tyranny are rearing their ugly heads. Trump and his goons are set on dismantling the few genuinely democratic institutions that we still have in this country. At such critical turning points in history, we have only two options; fight back or be crushed. "
A Spontaneous Trip to the “Fight the Oligarchy” Tour
Then Bernie took the stage. Visibly shaken and in awe, he opens by explaining that this was by far the biggest turn out he has ever had. Previous rallies he held in Denver while running for president averaged about 10,000 people. His team had counted at least 35,000 people who Entered into the Civic Center. However, there were easily another 20,000+ people outside surrounding the center for several blocks, listening in on loudspeakers. Bernie made it clear that, "The world is watching to see if Americans resist Trumpism."
Telluride Says ‘No’ to Trump and Yes to Peace
Today we are marching for peace and justice and the dream of America that Martin Luther King, Jr. gave us and which we San Miguel County citizens hope to keep alive for future generations.
What Must Be Done
Even divine-right kings of old, ruled only by the consent of the governed. Meaning that we have always had the power, with or without elections and the other machinations of democracy. When we sit on our hands–when we refuse to plant or harvest–refuse to spend or punch the time clock, we can bring empires to their knees.
Who Represents the American People?
If people like Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos disappeared overnight, life would go on as if nothing had happened. But what do you think would happen if, overnight, every single honest, hardworking American decided they didn’t want to go to work?
