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Links from http://www.corporations.org/system/ Challenge Corporate Power, Asserting the People's Rights campaign of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. They have a full Corporate Power Study Curriculum and Organizing Packets. Timeline of Corporate Rights vs. People's Rights (also from WILPF) Know Thine Enemy - A Brief History of Corporations A Call to Citizens: Real Populists Please Stand Up! Third World Traveler - magazine articles and book excerpts that offer an alternative view to
the corporate media about the state of democracy in Corporate Control of American Democracy Reclaim Democracy is dedicated to restoring democratic authority over corporations, reviving
grassroots democracy, and revoking the power of money and corporations to control government and civic society. Aurora Institute - promotes an understanding of how the very structure of modern institutions
directly influences many of the social, economic and environmental problems we face in modern society. Program on Corporations, Law and Democracy (POCLAD) and their Taking Care of Business booklet which started the modern anti-corporate movement, inspiring
the groups above and local groups like: Top 100 Corporate Criminals of the 1990s Study Reinforces Public Distrust of Corporations (Report on the Top 200 corporations from the Institute for Policy Studies)
Corporations Pages at GlobalIssues.org Unequal Protection: The rise of corporate dominance and theft of human rights - book by Thom Hartmann Corporate Control of the Media Corporate Control of the Government (Campaign Contributions to Politicians) RACHEL's Environment & Health Weekly Table of Contents and Index Corporate Power and the Corporate Charter
Reform Movement Corporations Are Externalizing Machines As Sharks Are Killing Machines (RACHEL's
#308) Corporate Control of Government (campaign
finance) Money in Politics (RACHEL's #426) Economic Trends (RACHEL's #409) Mobilization: Ralph Nader's Democracy Toolbox, Part 1 (RACHEL's #348) |
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UTILITARIANISM
RESOURCES http://www.utilitarianism.com/index.htm Contents
at this site consists of the links below and also a collection of short definitions and accounts related to the topic of utilitarianism
as found in The Penguin Dictionary of Philosophy, ed. Thomas Mautner, ISBN 0-14-051250-0 ˇ Utilitarian.org (Nigel Phillips) ˇ J.S.Mill (Internet Encyclopedia)
ˇ Utilitarianism (Catholic Encyclopedia)
ˇ Utilitarianism (Encyclopaedia
Britannica) ˇ Utilitarianism (J.S.Mill) ˇ The Principle of Utility (J.S.Mill) ˇ On Liberty ( J.S. Mill)
ˇ Mill (Harry Gensler)
ˇ Utilitarianism Primer (R. N. Johnson)
ˇ utilitarism.net (Swedish)
ˇ JS Mill (Dale Miller)
ˇ JS Mill (Eric Hochberger) ˇ The Cyrenaics and the Origins of Hedonism ˇ Consequentialism (Harry Gensler)
ˇ International Society for Utilitarian Studies ˇ Nozick's Experience Machine (Eduardo Rivera-López)
ˇ Principles of Morals and Legislation (Jeremy Bentham)
ˇ Google Utilitarianism Directory ˇ A Critique of Elie Halévy (Francisco
Vergara) ˇ The Utilitarian Foundations Of Collectivism (Axel Davies
on Bentham) ˇ God and the English Utilitarians (Ron Roizen) ˇ Utilitarianism FAQ (ed. Nigel
Phillips) ˇ Edmund Gurney (Derek Greatrex)
ˇ Panetics ˇ Money, happiness and the hedonic treadmill ˇ Journal of Happiness Studies ˇ Utilitarians (History of Economic Thought) ˇ Utilitarianism (Gareth McCaughan) ˇ Utilitarianismus (in German) ˇ La Solución de Singer (tran. by Pablo
Stafforini) ˇ Methods of Ethics (Henry Sidgwick) ˇ Rule Utilitarianism (Internet Encyclopedia) ˇ Negative Utilitarianism - A Manifesto (Dan Geinster) ˇ Velpeau's Chimera: Utopian Surgery? ˇ The Post-Darwinian Transition ˇ Critique of Aldous Huxley's Brave New World
& SCIENCE BASED MEDICINE ˇ ˇ American Council on Science and Health (ACSH), a dumb-down site by a health conscious organization. ˇ Australian Council Against Health Fraud, organization, not much published ˇ Chirobase A+++ Quackwatch's
skeptical guide to chiropractic history, theories, and current practices; a hundred articles by a concerned doctor. ˇ Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal (CSICOP) ˇ Current Issues in Alternative Medicine (CINAM); a Christian site for the dumb Christians ˇ Health Frontiers Center for Quackery Control ˇ HomeoWatch (Quackwatch's skeptical guide to homeopathic history, theories, and practices)
ˇ James Randi Educational Foundation ˇ MLM Watch (Quackwatch's guide to multilevel marketing) ˇ Museum of Questionable Medical Devices ˇ NCAHF Veterinary Task Force Alt Med Advisoty Page ˇ NutriWatch (Quackwatch's guide to sensible nutrition) ˇ Skeptical Information Sources ˇ Skeptics Dictionary (over 300 topics) ˇ Other Valuable Sites (many links) ˇ ˇ http://canoe.ca/ChiroYork ˇ www.willowbud.net/Links.htm
MEDICAL CONSUMER
ADVOCACY Committed to broadening
the publics awareness about the quality problems that pervade the American health care system. Working for better controls
on drug promotion and more rational use of medication. Defending health care from
misleading and harmful marketing. With an exhaustive bibliography compiled by Joel Lexchin. Fighting for citizen and
consumer justice since 1971, HRG promotes research-based changes in health care as well as providing advice and oversight
regarding drugs, healthcare delivery and medical devices. A database developed by
Joel Lexchin containing everything ever written about pharmaceutical promotion. A database posted by The Center for Science in the Public Interest of scientists who consult for or have other affiliations with chemical, gas, oil, food, drug, and other companies. Dedicated to the improving
of the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of America's health care system. Advocating for a universal,
comprehensive single-payer national health care program in the U.S. Promoting improved patient
care, research and teaching in primary care/general internal medicine. Provides physicians and
pharmacists with up to date, evidence based, practical information on rational drug therapy. "Preparing, maintaining,
and promoting the accessibility of systematic reviews of the effects of health care interventions." Their articles are reviews of the literature, unfortunate you must subscribe for the full articles. All the Users' Guides (except
for the Users' Guide to the Pharmaceutical Literature) are available here. A Canadian site with much to read. Additional sites: From NO FREE LUNCH, British site with many links and instructive articles. Many of the articles are for medical professionals. An excellent Canadian site, On chiropratics By Doctor Barrett, Possible the best. Hundreds or articles and links by a leading spokesperson
against quackery at qauckwatch.com Excellent collection of links and articles, Dr Stephen Barrett is the webmaster
at National Council Against Health Fraud HUFFINGTON LIST 1. Campaign for America’s
Future An organization that works for working people,
monitors corporate accountability, and has led the struggle to save Social Security. Find out more at www.ourfuture.org. Limited
issues of government current actions such as SS, but very good coverage 1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel:
(202) 955-5665 E-mail: info@ouduture.org 2. Center for Public
Integrity The Center, which scrutinizes all aspects of
politics and government, has written over 100 investigative reports on accountability and ethics-related issues. For its latest
expose, visit www.publicintegrity.org. Not much there. 910 17th St. NW, Seventh Floor Washington, D.C. 20006 Tel:
(202) 466-1300 E-mail: contact~publicifltegritY.org 3. Center for Responsive
Politics A Washington, D.C.—based research group
that tracks political money and studies its effect on policies and public elections. The organization seeks to promote a more
informed voter as well as a more responsive government. To find out more, visit http://www.opensecrets.org so-so, not much. 1101 14th St., NW, Suite 1030 Washington, D.C. 20005-5635 Tel:
(202) 857-0044 E-mail: info~crp.org 4. Citizen Works Citizen Works promotes strengthening citizen
participation in creating a sustainable and just society. To get involved, visit www.citizenworks.org . Biweekly letter, Ralph Nader group, worth while. P0 Box 18478 Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel:
(202) 265-6164 E-mail: info@citizenworks.org 5. Common Cause Founded by John Gardner in 1 970, this citizen’s
lobbying group promotes grassroots-level activism for an open and accountable government. To become involved in shaping our
nation’s public policies, visit www.commoncause.org. Click on Research Center
for articles, used one on Iraq. Some quality articles, 1250 Connecticut Ave., NW #600 Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel:
(202) 833-1200 E-mail: online
form 6. Corporate Accountability
Project An organization of activists dedicated to—you
guessed it—holding corporations accountable for their actions. Learn “how to overthrow corporate rule in five
not-so-easy steps” at www.corporations.org. A collection
of very good articles, the best links. 7. CorpWatch The San Francisco—based group counters corporate-led
globalization through education and activism. Grassroots mobilization is underway at wwwcorpwatch.org & http://www.bailoutwatch.org/ A fine
collection of articles, published weekly and archived. P0 Box 29344 San Francisco, CA 941 29 Tel:
(415) 561-6568 E-mail: corpwatch
~corpwatch.org 8. Democracy Rising Founded by Ralph Nader in 2001, Democracy Rising
is a nonprofit grassroots group advocating corporate reform. Em power yourself at wwwdemOcracyriSiflg.com. NOT A VALID ADDRESS 320 SW Stark Street, Suite 202 Portland, OR 97204 Tel:
(202) 465-2764 E-mail: jkafoury@democrQCYriSiflg.org 9. Friends of the Earth
(FOE) An environmental organization, with affiliates
in 63 countries, dedicated to preserving the health and diversity of the planet for future generations. Learn how to
influence decisions affecting the quality of your environment at wwwfoe.org. 1025 Vermont Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20005 Tel:
(202) 783-7400 E-mail: foe@foe.org 10. Global Exchange Global Exchange has launched numerous campaigns,
fighting for corporate accountability, democracy, civil rights, and environmental protection. To learn more about becoming
a Global Citizen, please visit www.globalexchaflge.org. 201 7 Mission Street #303 San Francisco, CA 94110 Tel: (415) 558-9486 E-mail: info@globalexchange.org 11. Jim
Hightower’s “Rolling Thunder Down-Home Democracy Tour” Jim Hightower, along with several progressive
organizations and constituencies, mixes music and education in a democracy-organizing tour that seeks to empower people.
To assist in revitalizing American democracy, please visit www.rollingthundertour.org. Rallies instead of articles. 1 2. Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) This national advocacy group uses law, science,
and the support of more than 500,000 members across the country to ensure
a safe and healthy environment for all living things. Speak out at wwwnrdc.org. 40 West 20th Street New York, NY 10011 Tel: (212) 727-2700 E-mail: nrdcinfo@nrdc.org 13. Natural Step A consulting group that assists businesses
in redefining their bottom lines to include social and environmental considerations. Please visit www.naturalstep.org/ 116 New Montgomery Street, Suite #800 San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: (415) 318-8170 E-mail: services@naturciIstep.org 14. Pension Rights Center The Pension Rights Center is dedicated to protecting
and promoting retirement security for all Americans. For more information, please visit www.pensionrights.org. 15. Program
on Corporations, Law and Democracy (POCLAD) Thirteen activists are researching and rethinking corporate
America’s influence on democracy. Join the debate at www.poclad.org. So-so, lacks articles. P.O. Box 246 S. Yarmouth, MA 02664-0246 Tel: (508) 398-1145 E-mail: people~poclad.org 16. Public
Campaign Public Campaign seeks to create a network with other organizations
and citizen groups to increase campaign reforms in order to drastically reduce special interest and big money influences in
American politics. Get involved in cleaning up politics at www.publicampaign.org. New letter, articles on topic. 1320 19th Street, NW, Suite M-1 Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel: (202) 293-0222 E-mail: in fo@publicampaign.org 17. Public
Citizen Founded by Ralph Nader in 1971, Public Citizen fights for
consumer justice and government and corporate accountability The umbrella organization sponsors six watchdog groups,
including Congress Watch and Trade Watch. Take action at www.citizen.org. A number of in depth
articles on trade, politics, and such. Well done. 1600 20th St., NW Washington, D.C. 20009 Tel: (202) 588-1000 E-mail: member~citizen.org 18. Shareholder Action
Network (A project of the Social Investment Forum) The ofganization seeks to create a central network of shareholder
advocates, providing information and uniting investors to demand corporate responsibility. Take action at wwwshareholderaction.org. 1612 K Street NW, Suite 650 Washington, D.C. 20006 Tel: (202) 872-5313 E-mail: san@socialinvest.org 19. Sierra Club Founded in 1892, the Sierra Club’s environmental grassroots
network is over 700,000 members strong. Join the fight at wwwsierraclub.org. 85 Second St., Second Floor San Francisco, CA 94105-3441 Tel: (415) 977-5500 E-mail: information~sierroc~ub.org 20. Social Investment
Forum A shareholder advocacy organization that promotes socially
responsible investing. Learn how investors have the opportunity and responsibility to challenge corporate misconduct
at www.socialinvest.org. 1612 K Street, NW, Suite 650 Washington, D.C. 20006 Tel: (202) 872-5319 21. Stakeholder Alliance A grassroots effort that seeks to change the corporate system
through comprehensive public disclosure. Join its call to action at www.stakeholderalliance.org. 733 15th St. NW, Suite 1020 Washington, D.C. 20005 Tel: (202) 234-9382 E-mail: stakeholder@stakeholderalIiance.org 1 434 Elbridge St. Philadelphia, PA 19149 Tel:
(215) 743-4884 E-mail: catalyst@envirOliflk.org 22. United
for a Fair Economy (UFE) A Boston-based advocacy group that focuses public
awareness on wealth inequality. Join its activist network at http://www.faireconomy.org/ An interesting
collection of articles on corporate world economics and politics. 37 Temple Place, 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02111 Tel: (617) 423-2148 E-mail: info~faireconomy.org
— 1140 Nineteenth Street, Suite 602 Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel: (202) 296-3776 E-mail: PNSNRIGHTS@aoI.Com 23. United Students Against Sweatshops
(USAS) This international student movement was created
after 11 college students spent the summer of 1997 as interns at UNITE, a textile workers’ union. Learn about their
fight for sweatshop-free labor conditions at wwwusasnet.org. 888 16th St., NW, Suite 303 Washington, D.C. 20006 Tel: (202) 347-7417 E-mail: emailusas@yahoo.com 24. Working Assets Founded in 1985, Working Assets is a phone,
credit card and online services company that has donated over $25 million to groups like Greenpeace, Oxfam, and the Children’s
Defense Fund. In 2000 alone, Working Assets’ members generated more
than 900,000 letters and calls to Congress, the White House
and business leaders. You too can speak out at wwwworkingassets.com. 101 Market Street, Suite 700 San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: (877) 255-9253 E-mail: info~workingforchange.com
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WMD Around the World Arms Control The Garwin Archive WMD News Special Weapons Primer Hot Topics in WMD alt.war.nuclear Space Nuclear Propulsion
Skeptic Links (below) Pasted from www.Skepdic.com: ˇ
The Young Skeptics Program - celebrating the magic of science
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