Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 12
Dec 4, 2021
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Michael Kaiser
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Lucas Herndon
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Brendan Maslowskis-Dunn
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Juliana Newhauser
Guest
Andrew Sage
Andrew Sage, an environmental expert, dives into the solarpunk movement's hopeful solutions to climate change and critiques societal perceptions around it. Activists Juliana Newhauser and Brendan Maslowskis-Dunn shed light on the Port Militarization Resistance, emphasizing niche community efforts. Lucas Herndon shares alarming accounts of far-right extremism in school board meetings, while attorney Michael Kaiser discusses the profound case of Heath Stocks, advocating for justice and understanding in the face of trauma.
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Organizing Tips
- Organize and submit public comments ahead of time to ensure diverse representation.
- Save physical space at meetings and involve local officials.
Potential Escalation
- Right-wing presence at school board meetings can escalate.
- This could lead to armed responses, given New Mexico's open carry laws.
Film Recommendation
- The Pizzagate Massacre is a micro-budget film commenting on the Texan conspiracy scene.
- The film explores the relationship between radicalized individuals and those who profit.