Stories by Don Hazen
Don Hazen is the executive editor of AlterNet.
AlterNet's newest blog aims to spread the best ideas of the progressive community far and wide.
Posted on Jan 23, 2006, Source: AlterNet
In Round II in the battle to make Wal-Mart honest, progressive media gets into the act with a unique editorial collaboration.
Posted on Nov 7, 2005, Source: AlterNet
An interview with Heather Rogers, the author of a new book about our ever-increasing 'waste stream' and the people and corporations that feed it.
Posted on Oct 31, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Robert Greenwald's upcoming documentary about Wal-Mart's predatory practices is part of an unprecedented progressive media campaign.
Posted on Oct 10, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Let's not let our clumsy, uncaring government undermine our capacity to help those in need.
Posted on Sep 7, 2005, Source: AlterNet
AlterNet's executive editor counts the ways in which Andy Stern -- the man responsible for disemboweling the AFL-CIO -- and George W. Bush are like two peas in a pod.
Posted on Aug 3, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Beginning today, we have a new design that improves on our clarity and ease of navigation -- and helps you make sense of the jungle of information out there.
Posted on Jun 27, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Robert Greenwald's new documentary-in-progress aims to put another coat of tarnish on Wal-Mart's blemished image.
Posted on Jun 1, 2005, Source: AlterNet
David Fenton's new book of photographs captures the passion and the turbulence of the last years of the '60s.
Posted on May 27, 2005, Source: AlterNet
MoveOn founder Wes Boyd discusses how progressives can gain the offensive advantage, the power of the Democratic rank and file, and the futility of moving to the center.
Posted on Apr 26, 2005, Source: AlterNet
An excerpt from the section of
Start Making Sense called Getting Active: "Twelve-Step Program for Progressive Victories."
Posted on Apr 20, 2005, Source: AlterNet
An excerpt from the
Start Making Sense section Understanding the Election: "Interview with Arianna Huffington."
Posted on Apr 20, 2005, Source: AlterNet
An excerpt from the
Start Making Sense section Understanding the Right Wing.
Posted on Apr 20, 2005, Source: AlterNet
To say Marla was unique may seem a cliche, but in my many years of political work and journalism, I have never known anyone quite like her.
Posted on Apr 18, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Marking Air America's one-year anniversary, 'Left of the Dial' chronicles the fits and starts of the feisty talk radio channel, serving as a progressive success story, warts and all.
Posted on Mar 31, 2005, Source: AlterNet
If you want to know how the conservative message machine was built and what progressives can do to respond, just ask Rob Stein.
Posted on Feb 7, 2005, Source: AlterNet
The battle for the “soul of the Democratic Party” has begun, with the opening skirmishes over Howard Dean and reproductive rights.
Posted on Jan 7, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Howard Dean discusses what he learned from his grassroots campaign - and how, no matter how painful it is, change must happen in the Democratic Party.
Posted on Jan 4, 2005, Source: AlterNet
This is no time for cheerleading and playing what-if. It’s time to accept some political reality and rethink the way we engage in our politics.
Posted on Nov 9, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Sean Penn, Peter Coyote and others hit the pavement in search of the undecided voters — and find some.
Posted on Nov 2, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Early voting is underway in Nevada, and Kerry is ahead by 7,000 votes. But there's a lot more at play in the Silver State.
Posted on Oct 27, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Celebrities – including Marisa Tomei, Gina Gershon and Daphne Zuniga – describe their get-out-the-vote strategies for Battleground Ohio at an L.A. fundraiser, and Elvis Costello rocks.
Posted on Oct 25, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Angry citizens are hitting the right-wing broadcasting company where it hurts – in the wallet.
Posted on Oct 18, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Amid debate hoopla, campaigns and supporters are making a final push for Nov. 2 – and some of it smells rather fishy.
Posted on Sep 30, 2004, Source: AlterNet
The Iraq speech put an end to the pointless handwringing of Democrats and marked the rebirth of a newly energized John Kerry.
Posted on Sep 23, 2004, Source: AlterNet
In this introduction to George Lakoff’s new book, we meet the master of the art and science of political framing.
Posted on Sep 8, 2004, Source: AlterNet
The NYPD protester strategy on Tuesday was akin to the U.S. military's display of overwhelming and sometimes unnecessary force in Iraq.
Posted on Sep 1, 2004, Source: AlterNet
It was a banner day for a few hearty activists who happen to be crack climbers.
Posted on Aug 30, 2004, Source: AlterNet
"New Yorkers, Full of Piss and Vinegar, Don't Fall for Media Scare Tactics"
Posted on Aug 28, 2004, Source: AlterNet
New York City is abuzz with talk of the Republican convention – not about what will happen inside with the delegates, but what might happen outside with the protestors.
Posted on Aug 25, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Alternet's executive editor's ongoing coverage of news, anecdotes and gossip at the Democratic convention in Boston.
Posted on Jul 27, 2004, Source: AlterNet
It's time the Fox News Channel stopped using its ridiculously inaccurate "Fair and Balanced" slogan. AlterNet has filed a legal challenge to that trademark and joined a campaign against Rupert Murdoch's partisan network.
Posted on Jul 18, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Recent political dynamics and voter mobilization efforts give a positive outlook for Democrats in New Mexico in 2004.
Posted on Jul 16, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Young talent raises dough for an election push at one party in New York, while High Times magazine goes activist at another.
Posted on Jul 13, 2004, Source: AlterNet
A review of Robert Greenwald's new documentary investigating the Fox News Channel.
Posted on Jul 10, 2004, Source: AlterNet
In Santa Fe, the Dan Rather of Spanish TV holds forth on his assertion that Hispanics will decide this year's election.
Posted on Jul 2, 2004, Source: AlterNet
A brand new, ambitious campaign aims to mobilize millions of new voters with a simple message.
Posted on Jun 23, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Notice anything different? We've redesigned AlterNet! Read a letter from Executive Editor Don Hazen.
Posted on Jun 12, 2004, Source: AlterNet
At the Take Back America Conference, progressive leaders feel their oats, uniting to focus on the election while keeping the longer-term goal of social reform within sight.
Posted on Jun 7, 2004, Source: AlterNet
A new crop of hip-hop activists -- and some old, familiar faces -- are taking their message to the kids. From malls to hair salons to hip-hop clubs to a national convention in Newark, NJ -- the electoral energy is mounting.
Posted on May 26, 2004, Source: AlterNet
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