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Electallujah! Reverend Billy Takes on Bloomberg,
Corporate Hegemony and ConsumerismReverend Billy Talen from the Church of Life After Shopping is challenging Michael Bloomberg and corporate influence over human affairs in the race for Mayor of New York City. Talen, who is running as a Green,…
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FCJ Interview: Reggae Greats Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare
When the Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakepeare tour roared through San Francisco last month, FCJ was graciously granted access to the famous and prolific rhythm section and production team.
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Latest Alioto-Pier Rumor Triggers Rally for Dave Jones
Assemblymember Dave Jones was joined Wednesday by a phalanx of Progressive electeds in support of his candidacy for California Insurance Commissioner. Photos by Luke Thomas By Luke Thomas July 16, 2009 Following an unconfirmed rumor…
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Public Defender Outlines Impact
of $1.6 Million Budget CutSan Francisco Public Defender Jeff Adachi and SFPD Lt. Mike Slade joined forces yesterday on the steps of City Hall to draw attention to budget cuts that are threatening the closure of several public defender…
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Candlelight Vigil Held for US Journalists
Imprisoned in North KoreaA candlelight vigil was held yesterday in San Francisco for two US journalists held captive by North Korea. Photos by Luke Thomas By Luke Thomas July 10, 2009 While North Korea continues to test the…
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San Francisco Supes Reflect on Life of Michael Jackson
By Luke Thomas July 7, 2009 On the day of Michael Jackson’s memorial in Los Angeles, members of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors today couldn’t resist an opportunity to reflect on the life of…
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The Last Empire: What is Left?
War correspondent, journalist and documentary filmmaker John Pilger was one of several outspoken keynote speakers at Socialism 2009 held at the Women’s Building in San Francisco, July 4th. Photos by Luke Thomas By Will Chadwick…
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