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(The) Cia Makes Sicence Fiction Unexciting - In depth articles explaining a number of different events in history from the non-standard news media perspective. Issues reviewed:#1(The) Cia makes Science Fiction Unexciting - #1
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A Detailed, in-depth zine which critically examines the political and sociological rammifications of the King shooting, this small (1/4) zine really gives you a lot of bang for you dollar. From its' humble introduction, with commentary about how it's attempting to sound objective without sounding like a conspiracy, to its' meaty interior with definitions of terms such as, 'Cointelpro', it only goes in deeper with a brief biography of James Earl Ray. Discussion of "Raol" a shady character never fully actualized by the mass media, as well as 'official' reports from the Police attempt to give us a well rounded picture of the Assassination without actually creating mindless media. Great reading, highly reccomended. 22 pages, $1.00 on newsprint, CURRENTLY IN STOCK or from www.microcosmpublishing.com
Defector
Billed as, "Free Portalnd Anarcho-Punk DIY Newsletter" Defector is a compliation of a lot of different things, having a common theme of the freedom of anarchy and the opression of the capatalist system. Issues reviewed: #17 (March 2006)Defector #17:
Defector 17, Full sized, 8.5 x 11, B&W. This was my first issue to review and I have to say it was a real pleasure. Full of graphical images and thought provoking words, this zine is an excellent tribute to independant media and anarchism as a whole. From photographs of overflowing toilets to thought-provoking articles on the Fbi's, "Green Scare" this 'zine runs the gaumut. Articles on Anarchists in trouble run abound and questioning who *actually* bombed the Samarra Mosque cause me to think that these are just not mindless teenagers who are out to play, 'shock value' to anyone who picks up the book. An interesting Article mid-way entitled, "Lying to be Outlawed in Future" really makes one think about the potential Orwellian nature that our legal system is being leaned toward. Lots of URL's to make one think really help the reader to stretch beyond the bounds of the printed zine and let people make conscious choices for themselves. I know I'll consciously choose to pick up #18 when I can find it. Free
Excuse me, Can you Please Pass the Privilege
While one would not initially think that a white male coming from a middle-class background would think themselves privileged, Joshn Russell destroys that myth with one simple photocopied zine. Looking critically first at privilege as a racial and social concept (including notes from Utah Phillips), he then leaps into aspects of privilege in media specifically in music. He forms a gay/straight alliance in high school with a very entertaining cartoon and then leaps into anti-racism. He discusses inner dialogue and finds resolution, yet, realizes the irony, and struggle even within his very own upbringing. From there he offers three well thought out planks on how to deal with privilege on a broad scale, touching on both the personal, and legal/social implications of each. This is a very well thought out piece of writing, and I highly reccomend it. NOW ON SALE
NOTES on ANARCHISM
NOAM CHOMSKYNOTES on ANARCHISM
Notes on Anarchism is a fascinating article on Chomsky's well-researched concepts of Anarchism. He goes into extreme detail with numerous citations, arguments and many historical facts about how Anarchy is perceieved both by the mass media and by the governments in Power. This article only whets the appetite for Chomsky's work, and prove the reader with much to think about regaurding Anarchy in the present culture and personal responsibility. 19 Pages, 5.5 x 8.5