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This video plugging Avaaz.org exposes the myth of a fundamental clash between Islam and the West as a problem of politics—not cultures. It received over 1.4 million views and 37,000 comments on Youtube (right up there with Star Wars Kid), and helped secure Avaaz.org as the place for international online activism.
In just one year's time, Avaaz has amassed over 3.2 million members from 192 different countries, partly by leveraging video campaigns such as this along side online actions (mostly on human rights issues) that appeal to anyone with a soul and warm blood running through their veins. Check out their website... in 13 different languages!
Tagged as: islam, middle east, war, religion, muslim
Mark Ristaino is AlterNet's Technology Manager. Before AlterNet, Mark served as a communications and technology consultant for popular bands and non-profits. He got his start as Communications Director of Music For America, a national non-profit dedicated to engaging young people in politics through music communities. He has been the lead developer and project manager for several sites, most notably deathcabforcutie.com. He is also an experienced writer and editor.
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