“The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” — Gil Scott Heron said it best, we cannot rely on so called journalists in the Mainstream Media to share our stories. Fortunately we don’t have to rely on the Media, because blogging and social media have given the individual the power to create his/her own media. Blogging allows for the instant publication of your story according to you, and with social media you can spread that information to millions of people instantaneously. (via Wednesday’s Skill Share Occupy The Press: Alternative Media | MyFDL)
firedoglake is offering a free webinar from 7-8pm Central time tomorrow led by kevin baron on how to succeed with freedom of information requests from the government. jane hamsher describes him as a wizard at it. he’s also going to cover what to do when the government doesn’t comply. they’re offering this so occupations can learn who’s behind the violent crackdowns and evictions. below is the link for signing up.
http://fdlaction.firedoglake.com/2012/02/07/sign-up-for-occupysupply-webinar-on-filing-foias-for-occupy-groups-tomorrow-night-28-at-8-pm-et/