tagged w/ The Current Protests
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Slum dwellers in India's eastern Patna take to the streets objecting to the word 'dog' in the Oscar-nominated film "Slumdog Millionaire".Slum dwellers in India's eastern Patna take to the streets objecting to the word 'dog'... more
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In California, protesters have begun demonstrating against a gay marriage ban that voters approved by a narrow margin on Tuesday. Supporters of same sex marriages have filed three lawsuits asking the Supreme Court to overturn the proposition, arguing that the measure is an illegal constitutional revision. Proposition 8 supporters say the measure is legal and classify the proposition as a limited amendment.
On May 15th the California Supreme Court ruled that a state ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional by a vote of 4 to 3. That ruling also elevated sexual orientation to the constitutional status of race and gender, an elevation that provides strong legal protection from discrimination.In California, protesters have begun demonstrating against a gay marriage ban that... more
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People from around the country joined over the weekend in protest of California's controversial Proposition 8. The proposition, which was approved by a narrow margin in California, banned same sex marriages from the state.People from around the country joined over the weekend in protest of California's... more
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During the first week of the Beijing Olympics, the Darfur Olympics effort aims to bring attention to the Chinese government's continued relationship with the Sudanese government that supports and funds the Janjaweed militia in Darfur.During the first week of the Beijing Olympics, the Darfur Olympics effort aims to... more
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What happens when American billionaire Donald Trump (also known as 'The Donald') wants to build a £1bn ($2bn) golf resort and housing complex on nationally protected dunes in Scotland? Protests, petitions and debates -- and lots of them.What happens when American billionaire Donald Trump (also known as 'The Donald') wants... more
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An outsider's view of the daily life of a group of hardcore environmental protesters.
Curious about direct political action, and eager to discover the personalities behind the banners, the filmmakers set up home among the trees. They follow a protest against Wales' LNG pipeline - from unimpressive beginnings to its dramatic end.An outsider's view of the daily life of a group of hardcore environmental protesters.... more
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A group of representatives of Russian sexual minorities gather in central Moscow to demand equal rights and protest what they call the "homophobic" policy of Moscow's mayor. The demonstration however was illegal and led to several arrests. Moscow mayor Yuri Luzhkov has opposed any sort of gay rights efforts and has been quoted relating a gay parade to being on par with a "satanic event."A group of representatives of Russian sexual minorities gather in central Moscow to... more
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New York City reacts to the four police officers responsible for murder of the unarmed Sean Bell: found not guilty.New York City reacts to the four police officers responsible for murder of the unarmed... more
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On April 9, thousands of supporters and protestors gathered in San Francisco for the passing of the Olympic torch.On April 9, thousands of supporters and protestors gathered in San Francisco for the... more
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This pod looks at a woman who is in the difficult predicament of being married to someone actively serving in the military, but who is also actively against the war.This pod looks at a woman who is in the difficult predicament of being married to... more
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After weeks of unrest, the Chinese government has handpicked a select group of journalists to enter Tibets capital Lhasa. Meanwhile, protests continue throughout the region.After weeks of unrest, the Chinese government has handpicked a select group of... more
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Residents of Lafitte housing projects in New Orleans gather together at a town hall meeting to protest the razing of their homes for high priced condos.Residents of Lafitte housing projects in New Orleans gather together at a town hall... more
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Tibetan protesters in Lhasa have been given an ultimatum by the Chinese government: surrender or face severe penalties. China has also accused some Tibetan supporters who have been following the Dalai Lama of targeting and attacking several of its embassies around the globe. In a statement given to a news conference Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Jianchao said, "I'd like to reiterate that the Chinese government will resolutely safeguard its national sovereignty and territorial integrity."Tibetan protesters in Lhasa have been given an ultimatum by the Chinese government:... more
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On Feb. 4, 2008, an estimated 2 million people in 165 cities around the world rallied against the FARC--a leftist guerrilla movement based in Colombia that is considered a terrorist group by more than 30 countries. The world-wide protests were organized on Facebook, showing the power of technology and social networking groups. Kaj Larsen and Jael de Pardo spoke with Colombians protesting in Medellin, ColombiaOn Feb. 4, 2008, an estimated 2 million people in 165 cities around the world rallied... more
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Dan Marracino photographs the art of protest signs and protest performance at a DC protest against the war in Iraq.Dan Marracino photographs the art of protest signs and protest performance at a DC... more
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40 demonstrators wearing black hoods crashed a speech by former Attorney General John Ashcroft in November 2007. Ashcroft seemed a bit rattled, but continued his talk anyway. Audience members interrupted to ask him about court rulings and the prison at Guantanamo Bay. The interruptions were limited, and Ashcroft delivered the bulk of his speech without any problems. A tame question and answer session followed.40 demonstrators wearing black hoods crashed a speech by former Attorney General John... more
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A group of gay writers gather to hang out, socialize and participate in the Writer's Strike.A group of gay writers gather to hang out, socialize and participate in the Writer's... more
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The monasteries of Myanmar used to teem with saffron-robed Buddhist monks, revered as spiritual guides and moral authorities in a country in the grip of a repressive military regime.
Then the junta turned its troops on the monks, beating them in the streets for leading pro-democracy protests. They also raided their monasteries, leaving bloodstains on the floors, chasing anyone who had participated in the rallies.
Now, nobody knows how many of Myanmar's more than 500,000 monks are left in their monasteries.The monasteries of Myanmar used to teem with saffron-robed Buddhist monks, revered as... more
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Describing Musharraf as incompetent and a "sonofa-----" gets 3 U.K. Daily Mail reporters ejected from Pakistan. This under new Marshal Law rule which has been imposed on the Pakistani people for 6 days now. Describing Musharraf as incompetent and a "sonofa-----" gets 3 U.K. Daily Mail... more
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Gustavo Moncayo is an elementary school teacher in Sandona, Narino province (southeast of Colombia). His son, Private Pablo Emilio Moncayo is one of the soldiers who has been held hostage by the FARC for the longest time, as he was kidnapped in 1997. Driven by despair, profesor Moncayo, decided 6 months ago to chain his hands in protest against the situation of his son. Later, aware that his effort was achieving hardly anything, decides to start a walk through half of this country (his hometown is 1005 kilometers far from Bogota) to the capital city with the hope to get his son free again or to put pressure on the government and the FARC to start a humanitarian agreement to help all people held hostage in Colombia. His journey started more than one month ago he doesn't walk alone anymore, as people join him in every town he has passed by.Gustavo Moncayo is an elementary school teacher in Sandona, Narino province (southeast... more
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