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Warren Apel: Burn This Interview!
His "Flag-Burning Homepage" has pissed off more people than, well, an in-box full of spam. Find out why this genetic engineer from Arizona is waging a one-man campaign to ignite public opinion! Published November 15, 1995.Jim Bartlett, Journalism From the Bosnian Front
Jim Bartlett, co-founder of Beserkistan, learned journalism the hard way -- in the middle of a war zone. His persistence and his previous military experience have given him a unique perspective on the Balkan situation. Published February 27, 1996.
Paul Beatty: Poet, First-Time Novelist
Paul Beatty, critically acclaimed poet, discusses "The White Boy Shuffle," his hilarious first novel. Published July 15, 1996.Ann Beeson, Co-Counsel for the ACLU
Ann is fighting the government so you can have free speech. Read her clear explanation of the litigation process and her warnings to all you "indecent" Netizens out there. Published February 17, 1996.Tora Bikson: Life, Liberty, and ... Email?
"Universal Access to Email," a landmark study just published by Rand, has received considerable attention this week from The New York Times, National Public Radio, and others. Tora Bikson, a co-author of the study and a senior scientist at Rand, tells Tripod why email may not be a luxury, but a necessity. Published December 6, 1995.Director Steven Bognar:
"Personal Belongings," Bognar's first film, debuted in June on PBS. He explains how the film brought him closer to his Hungarian father and taught him what it means to grow up "multicultural" in America. Published June 12, 1996.Robin Caiola: Web With a Conscience?
Robin Caiola, co-director of 20/20 Vision, a nonprofit grassroots activist group, talks about how you can make a difference in only 20 minutes a month. You can even do it on the Web, so stand up -- or click -- and be counted. Published October 4, 1995.Republican National Press Secretary Mary Crawford:
Yes, There Was an Election
Let the spin begin! Mary Crawford explains why this off-year election was a mixed bag for Republicans in statewide races across the nation. Published November 8, 1995.Peter de Jager: Meltdown in 2000! No, Really.
What happens when the world's computer clocks tick from 12/31/99 to 01/01/00? Worldwide economic meltdown -- unless we all get our act together. "Year 2000 Computer Expert" Peter de Jager warns us of the dire consequences if we continue to party like it's 1999. Published October 17, 1995.Joe Galli: Sex, Drugs and Conservatism?
Joe Galli, national chairman of the College Republicans, talks about student loans and the "tidal wave of conservatism" sweeping the country. After reading what he's said, you'll either want to pull out your surfboard or start stacking up the sandbags. Published October 2, 1995.Kevin Geary: Betting on Clinton
The president of the College Democrats of America sounds off the Republican cutbacks in financial aid and gives odds on Clinton in '96. Published September 26, 1995.Mike Godwin of EFF: Net Censorship Meltdown
The staff counsel for the Electronic Frontier Foundation is among the leaders of the brigade of Netizens who are pissed off and scared as hell as the First Amendment threatens to crumble beneath our feet. Read his grimly realistic assessment of the situation. Published December 13, 1995.Colin Hatcher: Cyberangel
His street name is Gabriel, and he is a Guardian Angel who patrols the dark alleys of Cybercity as well as the streets of Los Angeles. Colin Hatcher never carries a gun, though he has often been faced with one. Here, he explains how the Angels lead such a charmed life. Published October 27, 1995.Mindy Hess: English -- It's Official
A spokesperson for U.S. English explains why English should be the official language of the United States. Published November 1, 1995.Russell Hirshon: Vodka on the Rocks, Please Mr President
Russell Hirshon is a programmer by day, a bartender by night and a politician by nature. A 1996 presidential candidate, Russell gives the lowdown on a guppie's life in a shark-tank. Published October 26, 1995.Derek Humphry: Crusader for Euthanasia
The best-selling author, and founder of the Hemlock Society, talks about euthanasia issues, legislation, and his own personal involvement in the movement. Published November 3, 1995.Senator John Kerry
Senator John Kerry takes time to talk issues with Tripod in the midst of the toughest campaign of his career. Published August 9, 1996.
Heather Lamm: It's a Family Affair
Heather Lamm, political crusader, tells it like it is as she helps her father, Dick Lamm, strive for the Reform Party nomination. Published August 2, 1996.Bill McKibben
McKibben, one of America's foremost environmental writers, talks with Tripod about "living lightly on the earth." With RealAudio. Published June 29, 1996.Nathan Santry and Beth Fitzgerald: Greenpeace International
Two action coordinators for Greenpeace International take a break from blocking whaling boats and rappeling down skyscrapers to talk with Tripod about how they promote awareness of environmental issues. Published August 13, 1996.Governor Edward Schafer: Abolish North Dakota? No Way!
Both President Clinton and The New York Times Magazine have suggested the abolition of North Dakota -- simply too much space and not enough people. The Governor himself defends his state (and his office!) Published October 24, 1995.Elizabeth Smith
Elizabeth Smith of the Caretaker Farm talks about community supported agriculture and it's socio-economic impact upon those who partake. Published July 26, 1996.James Weintstein Editor, "In These Times"
Weinstein talks with Tripod about the state of labor in the US, the pros and cons of the Internet, and the problem with the term "alternative." With RealAudio. Published May 31, 1996.Adam Werbach, President of Sierra Club
The youngest president in the history of the Sierra Club talks with Tripod about the new breed of environmentalism. Published June 21, 1996.Andre C. Willis
The editor of the new book on parenting and black men, "Faith of Our Fathers," speaks with Tripod about the role of fatherhood in the family and society. Published June 15, 1996.William Upski Wimsatt: Bomb the Suburbs
Upski, author of "Bomb the Suburbs," is an urban renaissance man for the 90's. His adventures and writings challenge racial, class and geographical stereotypes that currently reign in America. Published October 10, 1995.
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