Geek Activism
July 19, 2008 by Jeremy Frerichs · Leave a Comment
Geek activism has not taken off yet, but it should. With the gamers recognizing the need for a louder voice, EFF gaining momentum and Linux taking on the mainstream on the one hand and recent severe losses in privacy, freedom of speech and intellectual property rights on the other, now seems to be the best time to rally around the cause. Read more
Capitalism Collapse Disorder: ‘Burt’s Bees’ Disappears
July 18, 2008 by Jeremy Frerichs · Leave a Comment
In October 2007, Clorox Company, the multi-billion dollar manufacturer of plastic bags, bathroom cleaners and laundry bleach, announced that it was acquiring natural cosmetics maker, Burt’s Bees for $925 million. Read more


