Stories by Frank Joyce

Frank Joyce is a life long activist and author.  He can heard on Dave Marsh's radio program  "Live from the Land of Hopes and Dreams," on SiriusXM channel 127 from 1-4 Pm Eastern time.  subscribe to Frank Joyce's feed

Why the Obscenely Wealthy Whine When They Have It So Good

Posted on: Oct 9, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Romney's 47% comments are exactly what wealthy conservatives think: that they are the true victims.

Why Do Americans Have to Crush Others to Get Ahead?

Posted on: Sep 13, 2012, Source: AlterNet

The competitive edge is always front and center in this country. But it's not the best way to run a society.

Is It Possible To Build An Economy Without Jobs?

Posted on: Apr 29, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Humans will always work. But that whole employee-employer thing is optional. It's time to start looking for another model.

What Does Hong Kong Have To Do With Detroit?

Posted on: Dec 22, 2011, Source: AlterNet

Tonight: Tune into PBS for a Powerful Story About Stopping Hate Crimes in Your Community

Posted on: Sep 20, 2011, Source: AlterNet

"Light in the Darkness" documents how people turn expressions of hate into a positive event. Real tales of good offsetting evil. On PBS stations at 10 PM. Tune in!

We Are in the Middle of Transformational Change: It's Time the Debate Matches up with the Huge Challenges Ahead of Us

Posted on: Mar 25, 2010, Source: AlterNet

Our methods of solving problems for the past 200-300 years are not adequate for the issues we face. The current reality requires much more. We must begin anew.

Union Card or Master Card -- How a Nation of Workers Became a Nation of Debtors

Posted on: Oct 23, 2008, Source: AlterNet

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.

The Most Important Conference You Never Heard About

Posted on: Feb 15, 2007, Source: AlterNet

The recently concluded 7th World Social Forum in Kenya included 66,000 participants and was the most globally representative so far.

Socialism Is Alive and Well ... in Vietnam

Posted on: Oct 10, 2006, Source: AlterNet

Southeast Asian nations could offer a way for countries like ours to become more democratic and prosperous.

How to Stop Hate in Your Hometown

Posted on: Sep 28, 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.

Cuban Exiles Wage War of Terror

Posted on: Aug 15, 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.

Why Unions Are Like Typewriters

Posted on: Jul 13, 2005, 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.

Fate of the Union

Posted on: Feb 21, 2005, Source: AlterNet

Organized labor is steadily declining in membership and influence. Survival will require a radical shift.

Fear Factor

Posted on: Oct 25, 2004, 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.

Bending Toward Justice

Posted on: Sep 3, 2004, Source: AlterNet

Operating union-free is a global trend. But workers shouldn't have to fight tooth and nail for fair representation.