Stories by Frank Joyce

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The Big Lesson From Flint: Resistance Is NOT Futile

Posted on: Feb 25, 2016, Source: AlterNet

Especially if you keep at it for a long time.

The Future of Life Depends on Bringing the 500-Year Rampage of the White Man to a Halt

Posted on: Dec 20, 2015, Source: AlterNet

Whites can play an important role in restraining other whites.

Can the People Make the Peace Again?

Posted on: Oct 26, 2015, Source: AlterNet

We can learn a lot from looking back at the peace movement.

It’s the Humans, *Stupid*

Posted on: Jun 28, 2015, Source: AlterNet

Remembering the late Fred Branfman's lifetime of revolutionary political activism.

'You Calling ME a Racist?' Why It's So Hard for Whites to Confront Their Own Failings

Posted on: Mar 9, 2015, Source: AlterNet

A look at history illustrates a clear and disturbing pattern of institutionalized advantages for whites.

Now Is the Time For A New Abolition Movement

Posted on: Sep 8, 2014, Source: AlterNet

Until racism is addressed, a more humane social contract is unattainable.

Why Do People Hate? And Is There a Way to Counteract It?

Posted on: Jul 15, 2014, Source: AlterNet

Local communities designated as 'gold star cities' by Not In Our Town are ones that portray themselves as welcoming, safe and inclusive.

America Can Be a Violent, Hateful Place: One Group Is Fighting Back

Posted on: Jun 19, 2014, Source: AlterNet

Not In Our Town has evolved into a national movement to stop hate, address bullying and build safe, inclusive communities.

Federal Judge Describes, Then Supports Plot to Rob Detroit Pensioners

Posted on: Dec 11, 2013, Source: AlterNet

This is what it looks like when a federal judge declares a city bankrupt—to the surprise of its residents and elected officials.

The Real Story Behind the Decline of Detroit … And Yes, Great Things Are Happening There Too

Posted on: Sep 2, 2013, Source: AlterNet

The media is in a frenzy about Detroit's finances—but there's a lot more going on than just bad news.

Why the Viet Nam Anti-War Movement's Work Is Not Yet Done

Posted on: May 10, 2013, Source: AlterNet

The Viet Nam War may have ended over four decades ago, but the issues stemming from it are very much with us.

I Spent Super Bowl Sunday at a Ceremony Cremating the Remains of King Father Norodom Sihanouk

Posted on: Feb 5, 2013, Source: AlterNet

Well, at least that whole Sihanouk thing went off without a 34 minute electricity blackout.

Why the Obscenely Wealthy Whine When They Have It So Good

Posted on: Oct 9, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Romney's 47% comments are exactly what wealthy conservatives think: that they are the true victims.

Why Do Americans Have to Crush Others to Get Ahead?

Posted on: Sep 13, 2012, Source: AlterNet

The competitive edge is always front and center in this country. But it's not the best way to run a society.

Is It Possible To Build An Economy Without Jobs?

Posted on: Apr 29, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Humans will always work. But that whole employee-employer thing is optional. It's time to start looking for another model.

Tonight: Tune into PBS for a Powerful Story About Stopping Hate Crimes in Your Community

Posted on: Sep 20, 2011, Source: AlterNet

"Light in the Darkness" documents how people turn expressions of hate into a positive event. Real tales of good offsetting evil. On PBS stations at 10 PM. Tune in!

We Are in the Middle of Transformational Change: It's Time the Debate Matches up with the Huge Challenges Ahead of Us

Posted on: Mar 25, 2010, Source: AlterNet

Our methods of solving problems for the past 200-300 years are not adequate for the issues we face. The current reality requires much more. We must begin anew.

Union Card or Master Card -- How a Nation of Workers Became a Nation of Debtors

Posted on: Oct 23, 2008, Source: AlterNet

Debt it is an important shaper of political and economic consciousness. The more you are in debt, the less likely you are to rock the boat.

The Most Important Conference You Never Heard About

Posted on: Feb 15, 2007, Source: AlterNet

The recently concluded 7th World Social Forum in Kenya included 66,000 participants and was the most globally representative so far.

Socialism Is Alive and Well ... in Vietnam

Posted on: Oct 10, 2006, Source: AlterNet

Southeast Asian nations could offer a way for countries like ours to become more democratic and prosperous.

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