fascism in sci-fi | Sci-fi interfaces
Chris is putting his examination of interfaces in science fiction on pause while he examines a more pressing matter for today’s political climate—an examination of depictions of fascism in science fiction:
Link tags: violence
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Be More Careful on Facebook | Incisive.nu
Much of our courage and support comes from the people we read and talk to and love online, often on the very networks that expose us—and our friends—to genuine enemies of freedom and peace. We have to keep connected, but we don’t have to play on their terms.
New Statesman - Inside the Parliament Square kettle
A well-written account of a disgraceful situation. "We all go down together, horses looming above us, baton blows still coming down on our heads and shoulders. I am genuinely afraid that I might be about to die, and begin to thumb in my parents' mobile numbers on my phone to send them a message of love."
globeandmail.com: Art of playing nice
Here's a great compromise solution for parents. Yes, your kids can play that violent video game but with one condition: they must abide by the Geneva Conventions.
A Postmodern Crime at TED2009 - James Duncan Davidson
Someone tried to mug James Duncan Davidson to get his TED pass.
BBC NEWS | England | Sussex | Man attempted to stab policeman
The somewhat lightweight BBC report of the incident I blogged about earlier. "Reports of a man with a knife threatening and chasing people": that's me (the reports, I mean).