Amy Goodman gave a lecture about psychologists/CIA torture

Amy Goodman gave a lecture about psychologists/CIA torture …

Comment posted Tortured Professionals by Dennis.

Amy Goodman gave a lecture about psychologists/CIA torture last weekend at Solfest in Hopland,CA. It was great.

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June 3 and 4 Rostock demonstrations
Thanks for the great pics.
Tempestuous Cyclists and a Stunning Victory
Misfithero, you said: “CM is not making a statement, nor is it doing any good for cycling”. I disagree. CM does make a diference and does accomplish goals. Numerous times we pass through the heart of downtown SF where many tourists are and handout leaflets about our concerns: the need for more bike lanes, stop global warming, no more oil wars, etc…..
The reason cyclists go thru red lights during CM is so everyone can stick together. Intersections are blocked off briefly so cyclists can pass thru. CM is only once a month, for 2-3 hours, thats it.

Yes, cars hurt the planet and destroy eco-systems, and cause pollution, and kill people, and animals, etc. etc… I also understand its not possible for every person to commute 30 miles on a bike. I do own a small eco-friendly car, which I only use on weekends.

There is no reason why drivers of cars and cyclists cant be friends and respect one another. Next time you get stuck during CM, wave at me, and I will wave back and wish you well on your journey home.
Tempestuous Cyclists and a Stunning Victory
The last comment is completely wrong.
I quote: “I have been stuck in several CM. I ALWAYS see a confrontation,and not once have I seen cyclists be courteous or thankful to drivers”.

If, and thats a big if, you have stuck during CM, it only takes 2 or 3 minutes before all the cyclists pass by. Then you can continue to drive again. Perhaps during those 2-3 minutes, you could be courteous instead of fuming like some mad-man ready to stroke out. You need to chill.

Most of the time, I carry with me a small sign which says, “Thanks for waiting” whenever I come across some intersection where cars are stuck, and most of these drivers have no problem. The majority of them support CM.

Riding a bicycle gives an engaging and connected experience. While a car is a sanitized box, a retreat from the surrounding world, bikes engage people with their surroundings. People on bikes wave, make eye contact, notice who and what they pass (unlike the driver who hit the cyclist during the last CM). There is an intimate tie with the landscape. The road ceases to be mere utility. It is full of bumps, pot-holes, and back alley routes, all having a life of its own. Unlike the cold, cushioned drive that a vehicle facilitates, riding a bicycle forces one to be aware of the world in which they are traveling.

But hey, you are entitled to your opinion.
Magic still happens!
Great that the Broadway tunnel was overlooked this time, and the new route thru Pacific hgts rocked. Cant wait till next Critical mass.
New Year’s Potpourri…
Thanks for your posts. First of all, I agree that CM needs to be more creative. I bailed once we hit Chrissy Field because they were headed towards the GG Bridge which I didnt want to cross.
Concerning Normans exhibit, many of his drawings like “Rebellions and Revolutions”, and “Man of sorrow” reminds me of a famous artist/painter named Guayasamin. You can find a brief description of him on Wikipedia.
Enjoyed the Zapatista film. I wonder what Subcomantande Marcos is up to these days.

See you at CM next month!

dennis
san francisco