The Little Rebellion

Tag: Barbara Upton

  • Middle East Lecture Spurs Activism

    Middle East Lecture Spurs Activism

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    Laura Cerrone
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      Over 100 people gathered in Lecture Center 102 on March 15 to hear a discussion on the recent  uprisings in Tunisia, Egypt and Libya, and how Americans can be inspired by them to make changes in their own governments. The panel members voiced concern over the lack of involvement of citizens in activism. Jack…

  • Leaders Speak Out Against Corporate Contributions

    Leaders Speak Out Against Corporate Contributions

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    Maxim Alter
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    On January 21, the Supreme Court made a final decision on Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (FEC), a judgment which allowed unlimited corporate contributions in state and federal elections and has sprouted controversy throughout the country, including the New Paltz community. In response, the Hudson Valley Progressive Coalition, Democracy Matters, the Ulster County MoveOn…