Wednesday Rewind

Humping in three clicks or less, plus Hellfire Social

"...owner Topaz McGarrigle has a new gothic-psych project, Hellfire Social, that's holding down most Wednesday nights at the Eastside..."

Aug. 10, 2011 Music Post by Austin Powell

Black Is Wrong, Wrong, Wrong; McDonald Is Right, Right, Right

"...radical. He champions unconstitutional government dictating so called progressive “social justice” (legitimizing class, race, and gender envy) by forcibly..."

Nov. 26, 2010 Postmarks

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Aug. 19-26

"...DISPATCHES FROM U.S. SOCIAL FORUM The Texas State Employees Union hosts this report..."

Aug. 20, 2010 News Feature

The Rich, the Poor, and the AE Generation Plan

Social service groups weigh in on Austin Energy's generation plan

"...Those discussions left social service groups such as Meals on Wheels and More..."

Dec. 25, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Page Two: Grand Illusions

The only problem with wide-ranging, all-encompassing conspiracy theories is that they're wrong

"...such a clear example of the economic, political, and social heights that can be achieved in a free society...."

July 6, 2007 Column by Louis Black

Point Austin: Jobs to Go

The sunny side of the state's assault on social services

"...state of Texas will have simultaneously created its own social-service clients who will themselves be applying for the programs..."

Oct. 21, 2005 News Column by Michael King

In Person

"When I was talking to my wife about coming to speak at the conference I told her that I expected to be pelted with rotten tomatoes," environmental journalist Michael Pollan said at the opening session of the Organic Trade Association's (OTA) first annual All Things Organic Conference & Trade Show, held in Austin last week. "She said, 'Well, at least they'll be really good, organic tomatoes. Hopefully, Muir Glen.'"

"...$24.95), a work of literary nonfiction that elucidates the social and cultural histories of four plants (and which, incidentally,..."

May 25, 2001 Books Feature by Maria Hong

Projecting the 21st Century

"...was director for several years of Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility, followed by a stint as director of the..."

Jan. 22, 1999 Screens Feature by Jon Lebkowsky

Poetry as Activism

Raul Salinas' Passion for Literature and Life

"...term "Xicanindio") has found ways to integrate his myriad social and political passions with the written and spoken word...."

March 21, 1997 Books Feature by Phil West

It's a Plot!

"...E. Cesar Chavez, to discuss concerns like ecological wisdom, social justice, nonviolence, and grassroots democracy. 707-0804...."

Jan. 19, 1996 Column

Austin at Large: The Big Engine That Must

Proposition A is wobbling around the final curve. We can’t let it derail.

"...mayor, his fellow electeds, and the city's most visible social justice activist did not assemble in damp 40-degree weather..."

Oct. 30, 2020 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Eddie Rodriguez Concedes Senate Race to Sarah Eckhardt

Longtime House rep foregoes run-off, emphasizes Dem party unity

"...Demo­cratic majority. "We're facing major issues: public education, criminal justice reform, social justice reform, redistricting around the corner, and..."

July 31, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Qmmunity: What Lies on the Queer Horizon

Plus, a voguing masterclass, digital drag, and more

"...are partnering for this inaugural multidisciplinary art festival addressing social justice issues "to eliminate HIV and mental health stigma..."

July 17, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

For Now, County Jail Succeeds in Keeping Out COVID-19

Law enforcement, advocates agree on need to reduce jail population

"...Social justice advocates have in the last week called attention..."

March 20, 2020 News Post by Brant Bingamon

CodeNEXT Wrecks Austin

Or did Austin wreck CodeNEXT?

"...for neighborhoods," and a "giveaway to large land developers." Social justice nonprofit PODER has accused the rewrite of furthering..."

May 25, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Chronicle Endorsements

Recommendations for the run-off

"...February on the basis of his background in criminal justice, commitment to pro bono activism, and organizational support, but..."

May 11, 2018 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight

All eyes on the Democratic primary run-off in House District 46

"...late father practiced law and served as both a justice of the peace and county commissioner in his hometown..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Soifer Transitions From Lawyer to Judge

Noted women's advocacy lawyer moves to the bench

"...In exchange for social justice cases and advocacy law, Soifer will preside over..."

Jan. 13, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Public Notice: Angry Hornets

Happy ending to Grove saga leaves questions

"...preferred land use policies represent a struggle for economic justice, desegregation, urban re-renewal. And I do not for a..."

Dec. 9, 2016 News Column by Nick Barbaro

SXSW Film Review: The Bandit

More like The Badasses, actually

"...Moss’ previous docs have mainly focused on social justice issues (The Overnighters, Full Battle Rattle), so it’s..."

March 15, 2016 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

Dozens of Groups File Briefs Against Texas Abortion Law

Diverse array of organizations submit 45 briefs to SCOTUS opposing HB 2

"...An unprecedented array of medical professionals, legal experts, social justice organizations, women’s rights groups, religious leaders, economists, more..."

Jan. 5, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Soifer Helps Lead Abortion Fight

With more than 30 years of legal experience, Soifer is no stranger to social justice cases

"...Yet it is the social justice cases, in particular, that helped propel Soifer's profile..."

Nov. 20, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Unpacking Serial

Co-creator / reporter Sarah Koenig on how the groundbreaking podcast came to be

"...their dogged pursuit of the story and yen for social justice. Now, I have a new addition to my..."

July 31, 2015 Arts Feature by Rosalind Faires

Concrete Vigil

In transforming buildings into altars, Sally Jacques offers a place to keep watch

"...and before that, her work was often rooted in social justice, though already large in scale: 64 Beds, a..."

Sept. 26, 2014 Arts Feature by Jonelle Seitz

Fantastic Fest 2014: Future Shock! The Story of 2000AD

Marvel? DC? Pshaw! 2000AD is the law

"...In many ways, 2000AD's visual style and socially conscious storylines began to echo those of the infamous..."

Sept. 22, 2014 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

SMTX Pride

"...not fall, the world did not end, and Lady Justice did not drop off her perch atop the Hays..."

Sept. 8, 2014 Photo Gallery

The Hightower Report

In death, Margaret Mary Vojtko reaches out to the Pope

"...are resorting to devious, legalistic ploys to deny simple justice for their faculty. Bizarrely, they've even demanded a religious..."

May 9, 2014 News Column by Jim Hightower

Will Texas Do Better?

First things first: Who's taking over the jurisprudence committee?

"...who retain online privileges to declare their status on social media sites)...."

Dec. 7, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Point Austin: What's Not on the Ballot

The ballot has some choices, but not all choices

"...nearly every marginal political taste. On the left, there's Justice Party candidate and former Salt Lake City mayor Rocky..."

Oct. 12, 2012 News Column by Michael King

High School Stakes

Austin ISD election could shape a new direction for the district

"...issues with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid and the Equal Justice Center. She said: "Right now, there's a tremendous opportunity..."

Oct. 5, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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