A Critique of the Critic: Another View on the Wall Street Protest
The conversation about Occupy Wall Street continues… Responding to a blog post yesterday, a reader-turned blogger says “The system is obviously broken, and… average Americans are finally standing up for their rights. They deserve respect.”
Wall Street Protesters Don’t Know What They’re Asking For
A HeadCount blogger says the Wall Street protestors have no idea what they are protesting about, and need a little schooling on how the world economic system really works.
moe., Guster Play for the Environment (VIDEO)
Guster and moe. donated tracks to the Patagonia Music Collective to support environmental groups. In two short videos, they perform and discuss the causes they are backing.
Gulf Coast Recovery Issue Update: Lil’ Wayne On Top, BP On Bottom
Stories coming from the Gulf of late are a mix of “open for business” optimism and never-ending stains from last year’s spill. And of course, the music never stops. So here’s a quick update on what’s happening in my favorite region of the country.
A Personal Journey to Occupy Wall Street
Starting with “Civil Disobedience Training” the day before “Occupy Wall Street” began, a HeadCount intern tells how the organized chaos of the protest has formed the backdrop for a uniquely personal journey.
Artist Gwen AP On: Art, Education and Finding Herself
In our continuing series of interviews with live painters, Gwen AP tells how she went from painting in the crowd to painting on stage.
Human Rights Issue Update: Illegal Adoptions Tearing Families Apart
In this issue update, I’m tackling some issues that continue to rear their ugly heads and some new ones you may just be hearing about for the first time. Take the next few minutes to put yourself in someone else’s shoes…
Education Issue Update: Matt Damon’s Schooling on Schooling
In education news: everything from anti-gay discrimination to celebrity robot lovers to a Matt Damon verbal sparring.
Jay-Z and Kanye’s “Watch the Throne” Tour Welcomes HeadCount
HeadCount is proud to announce that we’ll be hitting Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Watch the Throne” tour throughout the Fall.
Soldier Documents His Coming Out – Live on YouTube
An anonymous gay soldier started posting videos on YouTube five months ago and became a viral sensation. Yesterday, he showed his face… as he came out to his father.