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A protester holds a large orange sign which says 'Tax the rich not our future'
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Patriotic Millionaires - I'm a Millionaire, Tax Me More!

Patriotic Millionaires is a nonpartisan organisation made up of wealthy individuals who advocate for economic justice and tax reform. There are two branches of the organisation, one in the U.S. and one in the UK, both of which now include hundreds of members. Their mission is to address income inequality by fostering a fairer economic system. They lobby for policies such as corporate accountability, transparent campaign funding, and a living wage. Tax the rich. Pay the people. Spread the power!

Patriotic Millionaires - I'm a Millionaire, Tax Me More!

Desmond Tutu

On December 26th, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu passed away. Known for his cheerful and positive manner, the clergyman was Archbishop of Cape Town for ten years and also chairman of the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission. In addition to his lifelong commitment against racism and South African apartheid, he campaigned for global climate protection, peace, education and the rights of ethnic and sexual minorities.

Desmond Tutu
woman holding a sign with the letters SOS while protesting global warming
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Malcolm X

This year marks the 57th anniversary of the assassination of one of the icons of the civil rights movement. Last year, two men wrongly accused of his murder were exonerated, so we still don't know who killed him and why. Malcolm is sometimes seen as MLK's counterpart for his belief that black Americans should protect themselves from aggression by any means, which contrasted with King's non-violent discourse. In reality, Malcolm did not advocate violence, but encouraged active action for freedom, equality and justice.

Malcolm X