Activism

Activism is the doctrine or practice of vigorous action including direct-action campaigns, (writing letters to newspapers and politicians), demonstrations, boycotts, rallies, marches, strikes, and in some cases, guerilla protest tactics, as a means of achieving political, cultural, and social change.

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The Political Opposite

In the Seinfeld episode “The Opposite,” George Costanza decides that because his instincts in life have served him wrong for so long, he will live his life under the paradigm of doing the opposite of what naturally comes to him.

Why Your Social Enterpris...

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Burden of Proof

The wake of the Boston Marathon bombings brought an undertow...

When Power Meets Purpose:...

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Net Impact's Inaugural Small Steps, Big Wins Campus Challenge Prevents 64,233 Pounds of Carbon Dioxide

Press Release Published: May 20, 2013 – 12:38 PM EST

SAN FRANCISCO, May 20 /CSRwire/ - Net Impact, a leading nonprofit that inspires a new generation to work for a sustainable future, has announced the results of its first Small Steps, Big Wins Campus Challenge. The Challenge, designed to empower undergraduates to take...

Six Youth Named as Hasbro Community Action Heroes for Outstanding Service and Leadership in Their Communities

Press Release Published: May 14, 2013 – 10:26 AM EST

NEW YORK, May 14 /CSRwire/ - In recognition of extraordinary achievements in community service, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) in partnership with generationOn, is honoring six inspiring kids and teens who have created unique ways to address challenging issues in their local and global...

Poll: Small Businesses Owners Oppose Offshore Tax Loopholes

Press Release Published: Apr 09, 2013 – 05:23 PM EST

**Business Leaders and Small Business Owners Available for Comment**

Raise the Bar Hershey Coalition Welcomes Hershey Timeline for Transition to Certified Cocoa

Press Release Published: Mar 25, 2013 – 01:12 PM EST

WASHINGTON, Mar. 25 /CSRwire/ - The "Raise the Bar, Hershey!" coalition (www.raisethebarhershey.org) welcomed last week's announcement from the Hershey Co. (HSY) that it has set deadlines to achieve its 100% certification goals and will be working with three independent, third-party certification firms to...

Paid Sick Days Legislation Introduced in Congresss

Press Release Published: Mar 20, 2013 – 04:02 PM EST

WASHINGTON, Mar. 20 /CSRwire/ - Employers and business groups are voicing support for the Healthy Families Act, which was reintroduced today by Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) and Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT). Under the bill, employees would earn up to seven paid sick days...

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