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My Second Funeral

My Second Funeral

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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 This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He is re-buried by his family. 6 $0.60 Add
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My shoulder was a bit sore from that rocket thing

My shoulder was a bit sore from that rocket thing

From: Gang Life

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 Gilbert, a Métis man aged thirty-four years, and Maureen, thirty-five years, live on a small reserve. Their lives are described in Chapter Seven. Both are hard-core addicts and have two boys … 15 $1.50 Add
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My Story

My Story

From: Colonial Systems of Control

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 This system does not have an agenda for reformation or rehabilitation. It is a system of practical exploitation and subjugation through constant pressure. The threat under law has a hidden … 10 $1.00 Add
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My Studies Made me a Proud Inuk

My Studies Made me a Proud Inuk

From: Let's Move On

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 Paul Okalik speaks about his studies and time at Carleton University, discussing the adversity and struggles he overcame and his interest in Law. He also comments on his issues with the Canadian … 8 $0.80 Add
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My Teacher
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My Teacher

From: Messy Cities

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 Carolynne Crawley writes about Mama Snapping Turtle, who lives in Toronto’s High Park, and their advocacy work for further Turtle relatives in city parks. 4 $0.40 Add
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My Third Funeral

My Third Funeral

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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 This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. His remains are cremated and brought to North America. 3 $0.30 Add
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Mykhailo Chomiak and the Krakivski Visti

Mykhailo Chomiak and the Krakivski Visti

From: Family Ties

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 This chapter discusses how certain Ukrainian factions united with Nazi authorities through coordinated anti-Semitic propaganda campaigns during World War II. 17 $1.70 Add
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Myth 1

Myth 1

The Problem Is Overconsumption!

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter deconstructs the narrative that consumers should bear the weight of environmental guilt, explaining that wealthy people and the issue of production pollute more than consumers. ; ; ; ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Myth 10

Myth 10

Carbon Markets: They Work!

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter examines the limitations of carbon markets, highlighting their ineffectiveness in reducing emissions and highlighting how offset projects result in the infringement of Indigenous … ; ; ; ; 11 $1.10 Add
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Myth 11

Myth 11

Capitalism Is Inescapable Because Selfishness Is a Part of Human Nature

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter critiques the "human nature" justification for capitalism by demonstrating the ways many societies have historically prioritized mutual aid and cooperation over individual … ; ; ; ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Myth 12

Economic Planning Means Going Back to the USSR

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter critiques the shortcomings of both contemporary capitalist economies and the Soviet model, and proposes democratic planning as an alternative framework for organizing the economy. ; ; ; ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Myth 13

Market Is Freedom!

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter interrogates the idea of the "free market," arguing that markets are actively shaped by dominant actors whose influence undermines innovation and contributes to systemic … ; ; ; ; 10 $1.00 Add
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Myth 14

There’s No Alternative to Capitalism Anyway

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This chapter outlines the practical organization of a democratically planned economy, highlighting how this model would be more environmentally responsible. ; ; ; ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Myth 15

Myth 15

Democracy Is Slow, but the Climate Crisis Can’t Wait!

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This section discusses the need for enhanced democratic engagement in response to the climate crisis, emphasizing citizen empowerment. ; ; ; ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Myth 16

There’s Nothing Left to Do, It’s the End!

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This section explains the importance of standing up to powerful political and economic groups by establishing a large-scale, environmentalist, popular power. ; ; ; ; 6 $0.60 Add
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Myth 17

Myth 17

The Problem Is That People Have Become Too Individualistic

From: Ecology for the 99%

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 This section highlights the need to build trust with people outside of the climate activist community, giving them time to adopt collective organizing practices and new ideals that support … ; ; ; ; 7 $0.70 Add