The Tribes of Burning Man Release Party
Tomorrow, February 17, a release party will be held to officially launch the book. The event includes a reading by Jones, speeches by significant figures in the Burning Man world,…
Walk Like an Egyptian, Hosni Mubarak Resigns
Following the announcement, fireworks filled the sky over Cairo as cheers of joy and celebration rang out in Tahrir Square where the uprising began some 18 days ago. Citizens hugged…
Hall Expected to Raise $75k
During Kickoff Fundraiser for Mayor
Hall, who opened an exploratory committee in December to legally begin fundraising, told FCJ yesterday he is “committed” to running for mayor.
Mubarak’s 30-Year Hard-Line Dictatorship
Throughout decades of brutal rule, Mubarak remained a steadfast US ally. As a result, Washington rewarded him generously. US administrations also ignored his crimes, corruption, and lawlessness, as late January…
Drapetomania: A Disease Called Freedom
According to Dr. Cartwright, the disease of drapetomania -- peculiar to Blacks -- justified the enslavement as a therapeutic necessity for the slaves and as a medical and moral necessity…
Egyptians Ready, Americans Unready
Of course, the dictatorship in Egypt is far different than what the vast majority of Americans face. Despite liberty and freedom, our tyranny exists within an electoral, constitutional republic. But…
Wiener’s Preservation of Developer Profits Disrespects Neighbors and Neighborhoods
When Supervisor Scott Weiner claims that HP inhibits the production of affordable housing, Weiner is carrying water for the $66,000 minimum that was spent by speculative real estate interests to…