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LISTEN to this program Recently, we’ve seen a rising tide of public anger at the tech industry for violating our privacy, interfering with our elections, and promoting far-right conspiracism—among other things. How can we channel the popular energy that the “techlash” has unleashed towards meaningful and sustained political action?…
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LISTEN to this program Join us as we discuss the commonplace aspects of white nationalism and explore ways to have conversations to oppose it in situations that are constructive, combative, or, in some instances, a combination of the two. R. Derek Black was raised in one of the…
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Gerrymandering is much in the news, with cases pinging around federal and state courts. This summer, the Supreme Court once again punted, but they will keep being presented with cases until we get a more definitive response, and even a negative response will send the states scrambling for…
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At DefCon, in July 2017, hackers were granted legal access to several types of election systems (including voting systems, back office equipment and e-poll books) for the first time. Reportedly, every machine was breached in some manner. The NSA, FBI and CIA have jointly reported that Russia has…
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Pain comes in many forms, including physical, emotional, chronic, acute, annoying, or life-altering. What tools and techniques from mindfulness help alleviate suffering and improve quality of life? Learn research highlights from mindfulness and related fields and practice strategies to address pain and enhance wellbeing.
