TV Eye

Who is defining sexuality and sexual expression in TV and media?

"...consequences," the organization's March 2011 newsletter declares. Recent PTC activism caused several corporate sponsors to pull their ads from..."

May 13, 2011 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

The Pride Divide's Aftermath

Wrap-up of 2010 Pride and QueerBomb festivities

"...Flannigan said he had deliberately withdrawn from all community activism over the last year. "My presence would have been..."

June 18, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Heads in the Sky; Feet on the Ground

Interview with artist Leah DeVun

"...imagery and energy. When I think of grassroots political activism, I think of photocopies! But then I also feel..."

June 4, 2010 Features Feature by Andy Campbell

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...was nothing more than an "act of unabashed judicial activism," Abbott said in a statement. He offered his office's..."

March 12, 2010 News Feature

Tim Miller Preaches to the Choir

Review of The Lay of the Land at the Vortex Theater

"...Since I felt such solidarity with Tim and the activism his work was a part of 20 years ago,..."

Feb. 4, 2010 Qmmunity Post by Steven Cheslik-deMeyer

Gay Place

Gay Place turns it over to comedienne Kate Clinton for a special Stonewall remembrance

"...fired from her tenured job because of her anti-war activism. Hesitantly, I invited her and her partner over for..."

June 26, 2009 Column by Ash Bell

Ana Sisnett, 1952-2009

The place to post remembrances of local community activist, Ana Sisnett

"...and could spin a yarn better than anybody. Her activism was like breathing, always present and consistent, never for..."

Jan. 18, 2009 News Post by Belinda Acosta

A Revolution of Spirit

Ritual jazz theatre pioneer Sharon Bridgforth premieres a new work, her last in Austin

"...arts series, and raised her daughter. (See "Art + Activism Intertwined.") After bull-jean established her as a literary figure,..."

Jan. 9, 2009 Arts Feature by Abe Louise Young

Point Austin: Meet the Republicans

The Republicans hold their convention while licking their wounds

"...destitute after a life of pro bono lawyering and activism, he liked to give me financial advice) and, like..."

Sept. 5, 2008 News Column by Michael King

Netroots Thumbnail

Becoming visible together

"...a lot to do with the strength of online activism in the area. "The local progressive community reached out..."

July 11, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Long Shadow of Wal-Mart

Place 1 candidates differ on development, environment

"...also-ran, as he arrives with no résumé of high-profile activism or political experience. Sporting a shaved head, long beard,..."

April 25, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Top 10 Local Stories

Toby to SOS

"...a national leader against global warming, thanks to public activism and leadership from Mayor Will Wynn and Roger Duncan,..."

Jan. 4, 2008 News Feature by Michael King

For the Bible Tells Me So

Various men and women of the cloth provide a systematic dismantling of the idea that the Bible condemns homosexuality.

"...“reparative therapy” and the ex-gay movement, the call to activism, and the consequences of being rejected by one’s family..."

Oct. 19, 2007 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

Happenings

August 9-15

"...everything from local food to green building to community activism. 9:15am. Ruta Maya, 3601 S. Congress Ste. D-200, 707-9637...."

Aug. 10, 2007 News Feature

Homemade History

Las Manitas, the Pérez sisters, and a usable past

"...gone back into their arts organization and true-blue political activism...."

July 21, 2006 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Endorsements

"...broad educational background of Smith and the dedicated, school-specific activism of opponent Alberto (A.C.) Gonzalez. (Kennard Wright is also..."

May 12, 2006 News Feature

Endorsements

"...broad educational background of Smith and the dedicated, school-specific activism of opponent Alberto (A.C.) Gonzalez. (Kennard Wright is also..."

May 5, 2006 News Feature

Endorsements

"...broad educational background of Smith and the dedicated, school-specific activism of opponent Alberto (A.C.) Gonzalez. (Kennard Wright is also..."

April 28, 2006 News Feature

Permaculture

Local activists try to break free of oil-dependent lifestyle

"...to consumerism. It is seen as the answer to activism, and a series of upcoming locally organized instructional events..."

Jan. 20, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

The Edukators

Sticking it to the man, German-style, is the subject of this smart, kicky little gem.

"...that, girl? – and the trio’s snarkily escalating social activism, there’s plenty of leftist thought and WTO-bashing to mull..."

Aug. 19, 2005 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Music of the Mill

Luis Rodriguez's insider knowledge of East L.A. gang life has produced several well-received books of poetry, prose, and nonfiction. With his new novel, he shifts to a broader, but no less gritty, examination of labor culture and activism within the walls of the Nazareth Steel Mill.

"...but no less gritty, examination of labor culture and activism within the walls of the Nazareth Steel Mill. Spanning..."

June 17, 2005 Books Review by Belinda Acosta

Rare Bird

From her office vantage point, beside the rosy glow of the majestic Capitol dome, 78-year-old feminist, political powerhouse, and gay rights lobbyist Bettie Naylor keeps a watchful eye over the doings at the legislature

"...political machine and more than three decades of social activism under her belt, what she witnessed throughout this most..."

June 3, 2005 Features Feature by Kate X Messer

Welcome to the Real World

Rhizome Collective brings activist ideals down to earth

"...or traveling anarchist circus shows. As they discussed their activism and dreams, many came to the conclusion that protesting..."

Dec. 31, 2004 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Bicycle Nomads and the Winds of Change

Backers say winter migration to Mexico creates 'a whole new way of life'

"..."Seasonal bicycle migration represents a radical departure from mainstream activism," says organizer Ed Sapir. "We are creating an entirely..."

Dec. 3, 2004 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Election 2004 Updates

The latest electoral happenings in Central Texas, updated daily

"...deftly, by pointing out that much of that "liberal activism" was defending the educational rights of girls and the..."

Oct. 29, 2004 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...include his source that Bush won the popular vote [www.fair.org/activism/usatoday-recount.html]. It is quite a shame that Mr. Foster did..."

June 25, 2004 Column

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...the popular vote. Visit this URL for more details: www.fair.org/activism/usatoday-recount.html. Liberals expect the nation to "MoveOn.org" from Bill Clinton's..."

June 11, 2004 Column

Naked City

"...Local Deanies can go to www.democracyfortexas.org to continue their activism. And in other Web activism news, a Texas version..."

April 30, 2004 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Progressivism Comes of Age

A few words with MoveOn.org's very young, very busy Eli Pariser

March 5, 2004 Screens Feature by Lee Nichols

Libertarians on the Rise

"...for the ballot. I give Greens credit for their activism. Libertarians are more accomplished at debating online about 1800s-era..."

March 2, 2004 Postmarks

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