Stories by Emily Wilson
Emily Wilson is a freelance writer and teaches basic skills at City College of San Francisco.
The official cover-up of football star-turned-soldier Pat Tillman's death by "friendly fire" has led his family on a four-year mission for justice.
Posted on May 26, 2008
In his new documentary, Errol Morris revisits Abu Ghraib, asking tough questions about what was and wasn't revealed in those famous photographs.
Posted on May 17, 2008
Ngugi wa Thiong'o was imprisoned for writing in his own language. He speaks to AlterNet about the importance of language in battling oppression.
Posted on Mar 2, 2008
Self-help is everywhere, but does it work? One writer immersed herself in the industry for a year to find out.
Posted on Feb 26, 2008
A new film delves inside Iraqis' reasons for getting involved in the violent resistance movement.
Posted on Jan 11, 2008
A camera crew followed the Reverend Billy across the country as he preached against our shopping-hungry culture. His message is just in time for the holiday frenzy.
Posted on Nov 23, 2007
Even a Louis Vuitton handbag isn't much different from a Big Mac.
Posted on Sep 19, 2007
Comedy isn't just about laughter -- it's about power.
Posted on Sep 4, 2007
Pre-World War II, many couples got married in clothes they already owned. Today, they spend thousands. In her new book,
One Perfect Day, Rebecca Mead shows how the wedding industry became so powerful and who it has exploited in the process.
Posted on Jun 15, 2007
In her book,
Taking on the Big Boys, Ellen Bravo shows that ordinary women can effect change, and when they do, everyone benefits.
Posted on Jun 1, 2007