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Why do the Koch brothers want to end public education?

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:57:08 +0000

This film and investigation connects the dots and reveals why the Koch brothers are trying to end public education and how their wealth winds up in the hands of Jim Crow. Watch the video, then call David Koch and tell him to stop funding school resegregation now. His number is 212-319-1100.

Why is Americans for Prosperity in retreat?

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:00:38 +0000

The Koch-supported Tea Party Group, Americans for Prosperity, is attacking us and the journalists who wrote about us. Why are they so defensive? We are not accusing them of breaking any laws, but we are accurately exposing their attempts to resegregate public schools. Discuss: http://facebook.com/kochbrothers See more: http://kochbrothersexposed.com

Death For Profit

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:32:20 +0000

Sign the petition to demand an investigation into Medina's death: http://immigrantsforsale.org Discuss @ facebook.com/cuentame Roberto Martinez-Medina died in CCA's Stewart Detention Center in Georgia in 2009. Medina had been arrested a month earlier for not having a driver's license. CCA whistleblower Bryan Holcomb spoke with us exclusively to expose how the company repeatedly ignored Medina's pleas for care of his heart ailment while he was imprisoned. Their negligence contributed to Medina's death. CCA profited off of Medina's incarceration, and ensured a greater profit by denying him critical health care. The inhumane conditions at CCA facilities are directly related to their obsession in cutting costs for profit. CCA has gone to great lengths to hush Medina's death.

Will you help Senator Sanders expose the Koch Echo Chamber?

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:23:48 +0000

EXPOSE THE KOCHS: The Koch brothers fund multiple think tanks and academic centers to promote their ideology and grow their profits, a Brave New Foundation investigation reveals. Let's create an echo chamber of truth by using YouTube's SHARE tools above to protect Social Security and counter the Koch billions. http://KochBrothersExposed.com/socialsecurity

Dad Was Put In Prison For Profit: Tell CCA To Pay Pedro Back!

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:14:42 +0000

CCA profited approximately $72,000 from Pedro's detention. Pedro Guzman spent 19 months at CCA's Stewart private detention because he missed an immigration order. Authorities showed no mercy after Guzman explained the court order was sent to an old address. Guzman's wife Emily and only son Logan endured a painful and debilitating struggle to survive while they fought for Pedro's release. Doesn't Pedro deserve to be reimbursed for his unjust detention? Tell CCA To Pay Pedro Back: http://tinyurl.com/paypedroback

Tell Secretary Clinton to Say No to the Kochs

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:52:20 +0000

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has the ability to stop Koch Industries, Inc. from profiting off a pipeline that would carry the dirtiest oil on Earth through six states, one of America's most important aquifers and almost 2,000 miles of American homes and farmland. Help us reach our goal of 50,000 individuals telling Secretary Clinton to say No to the Kochs and Yes to protecting Americans at http://kochbrothersexposed.com/tellclintonno

People of NYC vs. Koch

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:25:32 +0000

More than 500 New Yorkers rallied outside the David H. Koch Theater for a Guerrilla Drive In movie featuring songs, dances, popcorn and even a special guest appearance by the NYPD. As New Yorkers save the arts from David Koch, we're giving everyone a chance to rename the Koch theater at http://kochbrothersexposed.com/nyc

Immigrants For Sale

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:41:16 +0000

Immigrants are for sale in this country. Sold to private prison corporations who are locking them up for obscene profits! Here are the top 3 things YOU need to know about the Private Prison money scheme: The victims: Private prisons don't care about who they lock up. At a rate of $200 per immigrant a night at their prisons, this is a money making scheme that destroys families and lives. The players: CCA (Corrections Corporation of America), The Geo Group and Management and Training corporations—combined these private prisons currently profit more than $5 billion a year. The money: These private prisons have spent over $20 million lobbying state legislators to make sure they get state anti-immigrant laws approved and ensure access to more immigrant inmates. Be a part of the movement to follow the players, the money and the victims of this money making scheme @ immigrantsforsale.org

What YOU told the Koch Brothers

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:36:44 +0000

The Koch brothers are buying our democracy and http://KochBrothersExposed.com asked you to speak your mind to the Koch brothers. We took the top 15 submissions and are asking you to vote your favorite. The winning photo will be featured on our website and Facebook page.

With $42 billion and seven homes, why are the Kochs buying our democracy?

Wed, 25 May 2011 16:19:15 +0000

Charles and David Koch are worth $42 billion and make $13 million every day while vulnerable Americans struggle to afford shelter and groceries. Meet three Florida seniors who rely on Social Security and are fighting back against the Koch brothers attempt to make them homeless. They told the Kochs what's on their minds. What would you tell the Kochs? Have your say at http://kochbrothersexposed.com

What do you think Abbie Hoffman would do to stop the Koch brothers?

Wed, 25 May 2011 15:55:05 +0000

Abbie Hoffman levitated the Pentagon, brought down Lyndon B. Johnson, shamed Richard Nixon and challenged Wall Street. His legacy lives on, so tell us what you think Abbie Hoffman would do to stop the Koch brothers at http://facebook.com/kochbrothers

How much did you pay for war this year?

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:52:48 +0000

Ever wonder how much you paid to fund the war? Use the Afghanistan War Tax Calculator to find out. We'll give you an I.O.U. for what you paid that you can forward to your Member of Congress. Ask for your money back!http://rethinkafghanistan.com/

Tell Congress to Help Create Jobs Not Cut Them

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:29:40 +0000

Tell Congress to vote NO on H.R. 1. Now is not the time to cut investment in business and jobs. Call your member of Congress at 888.494.8956 and enter your zip code to be connected directly.

What's the worst thing the Koch brothers have done?

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:25:36 +0000

Vote on the worst thing the billionaire Koch brothers have done with their hundreds of millions of dollars to gain political influence and change America. Is it oil spills, anti-worker, anti-healthcare, anti-immigration, or got a better one? Write it in. http://goo.gl/jeP0M

Tell Congress to Not Cut More Jobs.

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:11:50 +0000

With 12.9% of American workers are unemployed, Congress is proposing a budget that cuts jobs and workforce training. Call your members of Congress now at 202.224.3121. Tell them not to cut funds for jobs and workforce recovery.

What do Walmart, FOX News, and Koch Brothers have in common?

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:44:29 +0000

http://goo.gl/UMZ81 ;This important eight part video series exposes the Koch Brothers' control over your job, your life, and your well-being. Be listed as a Producer for the Koch Brothers Exposed video series and get a t-shirt featuring an exclusive Shepard Fairey design of the 'Koch-topus'. We've dedicated 4 months of hard work and we MUST get these finished and out to the world to educate the public. It's $40 billion of Koch money vs us! Please donate to become a Producer on this project with us:http://goo.gl/UMZ81

Defend the American Dream!

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:43:33 +0000

http://goo.gl/GNbJj ;Show Solidarity with Wisconsin! Join the Saturday rally to save the American Dream.

End the Afghanistan War...Because It's Time

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:53:01 +0000

We recently asked you to tell us why you think it's time to end the Afghanistan War. Hundreds of you replied, and thousands of you voted on your favorite entries. Our new video features the winners, but we want take this one big step further. If we can raise $10,000 by Friday, we'll run the video as a TV ad on CNN in Washington, D.C. for a full week. Please donate today! ;http://goo.gl/GAP5y

Cuentame - "Do I Look Illegal" T-Shirts in Utah Rally Opposing Copy-Cat SB1070 Bill

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:55:52 +0000

Go to: http://facebook.com/cuentame. Brave New Foundation's Cuentame partners with other groups in Utah to rally against the new immigration legislation that is comparable to Arizona's discriminatory new law, SB1070. Utah's NBC affiliate, KSL-TV covered the event. For more information and to help us fight back against this growing threat, please join us on http://facebook.com/cuentame.

Cuentame - Billboard in UTAH goes up!

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:51:43 +0000

Facebook.com/Cuentame - with the help of fans' donations has placed a billboard in Salt Lake City, UT reading 'God doesn't discriminate, why should Utah?' Find it at 4055 S. 1-15 Northbound. 'Like' us at Facebook.com/Cuentame

End Military Commissions: 9/11 Families Speak Out

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:36:52 +0000

In this video, families of victims killed in 9/11 speak out against the unconstitutional military commissions.

Martin walked, so Obama could Run

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 17:38:37 +0000

http://bravenewfoundation.org/honor "Rosa sat, so Martin could walk. Martin walked, so Obama could run. Obama is running, so our children can fly." - Ed Welch, quoting a text message from a friend, on NPR's All Things Considered 10/28/08 None of us have gotten where we are on our own. Some of those who have lifted us up are now household names; some names may be known only around your kitchen table, or written only in your heart. The year-end holidays are traditionally a time of coming together, for forgiveness and sharing, but they also provide an opportunity to reflect, give thanks and honor the people who have made a difference in our lives. This holiday season, please take a moment and consider honoring by name someone who has inspired you to "fly" by making a tax-deductible donation of $35 to Brave New Foundation. In this video, the Brave New Foundation team shares which people and issues have inspired us. Your contribution will be matched dollar-for-dollar by one of our supporters, and will go a long way toward the completion of our state-of-the-art, hi-def video production studio. Brave New Foundation relies upon this studio to produce innovative online programming that takes an in-depth look at the pressing issues of our times.

Help End the Unconstitutional Military Commissions

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:05:24 +0000

http://closegitmo.comClosing Guantanamo Bay will be an important first step toward restoring our moral leadership in the world, but President-elect Obama must also end the unconstitutional military commissions put in place by President Bush. These so-called "legal proceedings" are more akin to kangaroo courts for the unlawful ways in which they extricate confessions from abused prisoners forced to stand trial. Watch the explanation from those who have prosecuted and defended some of these prisoners, and see why we cannot continue to deny Gitmo prisoners the rights they deserve. Sign the open letter calling on President-elect Obama to close Gitmo and put an end to unconstitutional military commissions.

Close GITMO and End Military Commissions

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 16:18:59 +0000

Help close Guantanamo. Learn more at http://closegitmo.com

Close GITMO and End Military Commissions

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 16:04:35 +0000

Help close Guantanamo. Learn more at http://closegitmo.com