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Tag Archives: Harry Reid

Bundy Circus: On Welfare Cowboys, white privilege, and patriotism

The collective gasp following Welfare Cowboy Cliven Bundy’s assertion yesterday that slavery has its merits (video here) may be sending shockwaves throughout urban white enclaves, but it was hardly surprising to those of us used to uncomfortably sharing common-space with such “patriots,” as Sen. Dean Heller refers to the Tea Party media-darling. Even as folks…

April 24, 2014 in Feminist, Nevada, politics, Race.

Meet Astrid Silva: A DREAMer speaking truth to power

By De’Liza Galimidi The act of faith has always been the part and parcel that has perpetuated Astrid Silva’s life to be nothing short of awe-inspiring. The 25-year-old chuckles as she says “I’m too optimistic.” But these qualities of faith and optimism seem to be the driving forces through all of Silva’s great challenges as…

August 13, 2013 in Feminist, Immigration, Las Vegas, Nevada, politics, Race, Rights, Youth.

Votes for women! Votes for women!

It’s time to get out there and make a difference! Early voting for the primary has begun! Need some pointers on which candidates pack a progressive punch? Try these guides on for size: ProgressNow Nevada’s Voter Guide League of Women Voters guide Planned Parenthood — Nevada region — voter guide Other useful election information (including…

May 27, 2012 in candidates, election research, Feminist, Las Vegas, Nevada, politics.

Year in Review: Reproductive Rights in 2011

Welcome to that wonderful time of year when everyone rolls out their Year in Review stories, otherwise known as “It’s the last week of the year and nothing happens between Christmas and New Years.” Oh, I think stuff is happening. You’re here. And I’m here, after all. So let’s make a regular ol’ work day…

December 27, 2011 in activism, Feminist, health, health care, Nevada, politics, reproductive rights, uterus politics.

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