Posted in Terrorism Definitions on Jan 18th, 2010
In honor of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., here are a few stories we’ve published in the past about King’s legacy, and how his actions might be viewed in today’s political climate:
Remembering MLK the “Terrorist”
MLK Speech on Civil Disobedience, I mean, “Terrorism”
Terrorism Law Passed as Lawmakers Honor MLK
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Posted in Federal Terrorism Laws, Legislation, Opposition on Dec 19th, 2008
Screenshot of the Animal Enterprise Protection Coalition’s Congressional ScorecardThis is the second post in a series investigating the passage of the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act.
Internal lobbying documents produced by an industry front group, revealed here for the first time, show how and why corporations snuck the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act through Congress, with little discussion [...]
Posted in Terrorism Definitions on Sep 24th, 2008
I’ve written before about how Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. would be labeled a “terrorist” for his tactics, and radical politics. But when I heard these speeches by Dr. King about his opposition to the Vietnam War (when others were urging him to remain “single issue”) and his unwavering support for civil disobedience… well, it [...]
Posted in Federal Terrorism Laws, Legislation, Opposition, Terrorism Definitions on Jan 23rd, 2008
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, some people have gone to great lengths to prove their devotion to the legendary civil rights leader. Presidential candidates have been arguing about who best represents King’s legacy(personally and politically). Some organizations want to be associated with MLK so badly that they’re organizing MLK parades [...]
The War on Terrorism has come home. Corporations and politicians are labeling activists "eco-terrorists" and national security threats. Think red-baiting, with a green twist. Here you'll find original reporting and analysis of the Green Scare, and history repeating itself.