Occupy Wall Street: Changing the TopicBy
Peter Dreier, E.P. Clapp Distinguished Professor of Politics, Occidental College
Posted: 11/1/11 10:26 AM ETThe Occupy Wall Street (OWS) movement has changed our national conversation. At kitchen tables, in coffee shops, in offices and factories, and in newsrooms, Americans are now talking about economic
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But it still doesnt warrant the crushing police response. Sure, you can disagree with OWS, question them, etc. But to deny their frustrations are wholly legitimate is incredibly shallow and unthoughtful. Everyone should be upset about the corporatism going on, even if you disagree with what the solution is.
My criticism is that "Occupy wall street's targeting computers are misaligned, but thats about it."
What OWS needs is more actual solutions.
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You know, getting rid of the governments power so the big corporations (and anyone else) cant influence it. Instead, focusing on prosecuting fraud and damage.
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"I've been heavily involved with Occupy Oakland, Occupy San Francisco, and Occupy Sacramento."
I haven't heard a whole lot about Occupy Sacramento. How's that going? I've been thinking of going down there but I have ~*issues*~ with crowds because of anxiety.
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Also, I recommend checking out OccupySac.com for more updates and livestreams. Obviously getting down there is best, but if you have issues with large crowds, I recommend blogging and donating. They have a list of needs on their website and it's updated regularly.
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EDIT: FIXED
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