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Elections and the Egyptian Movement of 2011: Thinking with Alain Badiou About the Current Situation
For French philosopher Alain Badiou, elections pose a more important question for the movement in Egypt beyond the issue of participation.
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How the “Fake News” Frenzy Threatens Dissent
The attempt to stifle “fake news” also stifles legitimate voices of protest. Cristina Orsi writes.
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Why is America Overpaying for Cable?
The cost of cable in America is out of control. Katrina Worsham counts the costs.
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Principles, Open Access, & Everyday Choices
When it comes to doing right, it’s not enough to be idealistic. Hilda Bastian considers the dilemmas of choosing between principles and values in open access.
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Law Enforcement Use of Face Recognition Systems Threatens Civil Liberties, Disproportionately Affects People of Color: EFF Report
Facial recognition algorithms remain biased against people of color. EFF makes a plea for oversight of law enforcement reliance on facial recognition software.
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Sunday Comics
I’m going under, down under where the lights are low. To a place where all the mutants go, doing things I never did before — Sunday Comics, coming back for more. Little girl with the full red lips, never knew it could be like this!…
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The Glazier and the Barber
Our Sealipo group returns with another poetic cadaver from their literary + musical gathering.
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Of Fight and Fitness: Woody Shticks’ Maniac
A brief preview of the latest from fitness guru Woody Shticks.
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Six Things Urban Feminists Should Never Say to Rural People
Attention urban feminists: you’re condescending to your rural sisters. Here are some tips from the heart(land). Annah Anti-Palindrome writes.
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Facebook’s Opacity in Seattle Shows Why Self-Regulation on Digital Disclosure Isn’t Enough
The City of Seattle says Facebook is in violation of our campaign finance laws. Here’s an idea to rein in their toxic political ads.