Tag Archives: power to the people
“Takeover”: Young Lords’ Juan González on Hospital Protest Doc. Shortlisted for Academy Award
The documentary “Takeover,” which chronicles the radical actions of the Young Lords, was recently shortlisted for an Academy Award. In 1970, the Puerto Rican collective took over a condemned hospital in the South Bronx to demand the construction of a new hospital, free healthcare for all, and more. “I’m still amazed there’s been so […]
People vs. Fossil Fuels: Demand a Fossil Free Future
From October 11 to 15, thousands of people will take action at the White House, participate in civil disobedience, and demand that President Biden choose a side: People vs. Fossil Fuels. Join us! JOIN US in Washington, D.C. To Demand a Fossil Free Future From October 11 to 15, thousands of people will take action at […]
Why Drop the Charges Against All 646 Arrestees in Minneapolis Post-election Demonstration on I94
Whether in war abroad or war at home, human rights in this day and age so often do not apply, especially for people of color.
Rise Up Times 
Recent Comments