Activism 101 Podcast #26: Playing the Long Game
In this episode of the Activism 101 Podcast, I talk about the importance of playing a long game and not getting too caught up in the events of the moment. (Or lack thereof.)
Another Example of Political Grandstanding: The Resolution Against Military Action in Yemen
While some people are saying this is a positive first step against this kind of unconstitutional war, I call it what it is, a cop-out.
Maine Gov. LePage Supports Status Quo; Vetoes Bill to Facilitate Marijuana Sales
AUGUSTA, Maine (Nov. 14, 2017) – Maine Gov. Paul LePage vetoed a bill that would have created a structure to license the commercial cultivation of sale and marijuana in the state, leaving the state’s voter-approved marijuana legalization efforts in limbo. Maine voters legalized marijuana in the state through a referendum in November 2016. The legislature…
Under Proposal, New Hampshire Would Opt Out of Federal Program that Militarizes Local Police
CONCORD, N.H. (November 13, 2017) – A bill prefiled in the New Hampshire House would opt the state out of a federal program that facilitates the sale or transfer of certain military equipment from the federal government to state and local law enforcement. A coalition of eight legislators introduced HB1431 (HB1431) for the 2018 session,…
Permission Not Required: “Constitutional Carry” Bill Introduced in Kentucky House
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 13, 2017) – A so-called “Constitutional Carry” bill prefiled in the Kentucky House of Representatives would make it legal for most Kentuckians to carry a firearm without a license, and foster an environment hostile to federal gun control. Rep. C. Wesley Morgan (R-Richmond) pre-filed BR172 in August. The legislation would allow persons…
Strategy from James Madison: Four Steps to Stop Federal Programs
In a paper known as Federalist #46, James Madison told us exactly what to do. He provided a blueprint of sorts - a series of actions to effectively stop the feds.
Centralized Power is the Problem, not the Solution
“Give good people the power to do good and that power eventually will be in the hands of bad people to do bad.”
Kentucky Bill Would Limit Warrantless Drone Surveillance
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 10, 2017) – A bill prefiled in the Kentucky House would require police to get a warrant before engaging in drone surveillance in most situations. Passage of this legislation would not only establish important privacy protections at the state level, it would also help thwart the federal surveillance state. Rep. Diane St.…
Activism 101 Podcast #25: Strategy vs. Tactics
What is the difference between the common perception of activism and what I'm doing? It comes down to understanding the difference between tactics and strategy.
Could a Federal Court Be Setting Up a Repeat of Charlottesville?
Local people should make decisions on local issues.
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