Arts/Activism
Northwest musicians and organized labor oppose media consolidation
Submitted by jonathan on Fri, 2007-10-19 19:07American Federation of Musicians Locals 99 (Portland) and 76-943 (Seattle) have passed resolutions opposing media consolidation. The Portland resolution was adopted by the Oregon AFL-CIO; the Seattle resolution, cosponsored by the Communications Workers of America, is currently before the King County Labor Council. Here's the Seattle resolution:
Canadians prepare for Media Democracy Rejuvenation Day
Submitted by jonathan on Fri, 2007-10-19 08:57RIAA trial verdict is in: jury finds Thomas liable for infringement
Submitted by jonathan on Fri, 2007-10-05 16:59Reclaim the Media Community Media Film Festival: Oct 21-23
Submitted by jonathan on Thu, 2007-10-04 12:32
Reclaim the Media is proud to present a fistful of new documentaries at the intersection of community media, social justice activism and participatory democracy. Our mini-film festival also includes a public workshop on community radio, and a panel discussion on the future of grassroots participatory media.
Screenings include the Seattle premiere of Pirate Radio USA, an award-winning documentary by Jeff Pearson and Mary Jones; Un Poquito de Tanta Verdad, Jill Freidberg's new film on the recent uprising in Oaxaca; and the Seattle premiere of Paper Tiger Reads Paper Tiger TV, a 25-year retrospective look at the groundbreaking public access TV show out of New York. Read more for details!
Communities seek to oust radio host from Olympics role following racist comments
Submitted by jonathan on Tue, 2007-09-25 08:24Summary:
As outrage builds over manager's controversial comments, VANOC maintains he has key role to play in securing top talent
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