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Activism "emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue" according to Merriam-Webster. Note: A few sites listed here may advocate activities or contain material that some people may find offensive.

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The Village Voice: Tech Wars in Meat Space by Erik Baard Article on new less-lethal weapons police are looking at using to control protests, and new high tech devices being used by protestors. www.villagevoice.com/issues/0131/baard.php

Latino Education Network Service Produces and distributes information about Latino and Latina history, including history of Latino activism, in the United States. palante.org

Jose Bove Statement in court by French farmer, explaining his decision to illegally destroy genetically modified corn used by McDonalds in Europe. www.semcosh.org/Jose%20Bove.htm

Anti-Telemarketing EGBG Counterscript A diagram of questions you can use to give telemarketers a taste of their own medicine. www.xs4all.nl/~egbg/counterscript.html

Life History & Media Project What does it mean to be political these days? Young citizens tell their stories of using the media to inform themselves and get involved in politics. www.uic.edu/depts/comm/lifehist

Celebrate Capitalism Campaign to show public support and protest in favor of capitalism. Information about rallies and street parties as well as past events. www.celebratecapitalism.org

Woodstock Electronic Press Reports on activism, protest, and conflict from sources around the world. ewoodstock.com

Essential Information A non-profit organization founded by Ralph Nader which encourages citizens to become active and engaged in their communities. Site links to opinion articles on current issues. www.essential.org

Associations Unorthodox All about unconventional, unrestrained and unrepentant strategic thinking on the future of associations and the association community. www.associationsunorthodox.com

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alt.activism alt.activism.d misc.activism.progressive