I don’t count myself as a bike fanatic. I don’t even own a single piece of fancy specialized bike clothing. I don’t subscribe to Walking, Running, or Biking Magazines. However, I am an avid pedal-pusher and enthusiastic walker. Call me strange, but I enjoy enjoying the world a little slower pace sometimes. And of course [...]
Archive for January, 2010
25 Jan
Report Back from Plant-Ins For Peace
On the 1-year anniversary of Obama’s inauguaration last week, a Bay Area coalition of peacemakers held a series of actions as a reminder of the travesty of our permanent war economy while domestic problems related to healthcare, education, and jobs continue to haunt average Americans. In particular, we focused on the need to step up [...]
17 Jan
Which Dr. King Will We Honor?
[ See a shorter version of this published on Truthout] Once again, as we observe the life and example of Martin Luther King, Jr., the question arises, “Which Dr. King will we honor?” Will we yet again observe a polished, scaled down, and non-threatening MLK, Jr.—the mere shadow of the man and his dream? At [...]
11 Jan
One Year Later: January 20 Day of Action to End War & Occupations
January 20, 2010: One Year After the Inauguration, Where Will You Be? Have you seen the Change you Hoped for? If not, on January 20 there will be a series of actions representing different sectors–rather than one large demonstration–to oppose the ongoing wars & occupations. I, along with CodePink, BFUU Social Justice Committee, Planting Justice, [...]
10 Jan
Supporting Teenage Israelis Refusing to Enlist in Occupation Forces
On a cold Saturday morning I was one of a handful of folks conducting a street canvas action at the Embarcadero. It was hosted by the folks at Dialogues Against Militarism, whose peace delegation just got back from Israel & Palestine. The occasion was a day of solidarity with Israeli teenagers who have refused to [...]
