Stories by Frank Joyce
Frank Joyce is a journalist and labor communications consultant. He is writing a book on reinventing unions.
Debt it is an important shaper of political and economic consciousness. The more you are in debt, the less likely you are to rock the boat.
Posted on Oct 23, 2008, Source: AlterNet
The recently concluded 7th World Social Forum in Kenya included 66,000 participants and was the most globally representative so far.
Posted on Feb 16, 2007, Source: AlterNet
Southeast Asian nations could offer a way for countries like ours to become more democratic and prosperous.
Posted on Oct 11, 2006, Source: AlterNet
The human capacity for hate crimes will never disappear, but a 10-year-old successful activist campaign against white supremacists in a Montana town offers a way for local residents to deal with hate in their communities.
Posted on Sep 29, 2006, Source: AlterNet
Anti-Castro terrorists based in Florida have carried out thousands of attacks against civilians, often with the full knowledge and support of the U.S. government.
Posted on Aug 16, 2006, Source: AlterNet
In the 21st century, unions have become outdated, weak and self-serving. But we have an opportunity to build a new labor movement, in which unions can again become a voice for workers.
Posted on Jul 14, 2005, Source: AlterNet
Organized labor is steadily declining in membership and influence. Survival will require a radical shift.
Posted on Feb 22, 2005, Source: AlterNet
The Bush campaign has been very successful in appealing to the fear and anxiety of the electorate. Fear is a powerful motivator, but can be trumped by hope, courage, toughness and confidence.
Posted on Oct 26, 2004, Source: AlterNet
Operating union-free is a global trend. But workers shouldn't have to fight tooth and nail for fair representation.
Posted on Sep 4, 2004, Source: AlterNet
