unplug links and resources
Below is a list of web sites and resources related to unplug articles or just things I thought would be of interest to unplug readers. Links are organized by topic/issue. See the articles in the magazine section for links to sources.
Environment & Sustainability
- My Footprint: See how big your ecological footprint is.
- Sustainable Table: Healthy and sustainable food choices.
- The Meatrix: The lowdown on factory farming.
- Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education: info for farmers, consumers, and more.
- Greenpeace: one of the largest environmental organizations.
Political
- Political Compass: find out where you stand and who your political beliefs match.
- Thomas: Congress online, a resource of bills and current action in the U.S. Congress.
- Progressive Punch: a searchable database of voting records from a progressive perspective.
- MoveOn: Democracy in Action, get involved!
- Alternet: An alternative news source and independent media outlet.
Anti-Consumerism & Anti-Corporate
- Overcoming Consumerism: an overview of consumerism's problems and how to overcome.
- Consumption & Consumerism: from Global Issues.
- Enough: an anti-consumerism campaign.
- Corpwatch: Holding Corporations Accountable.
- War Profiteers: Keep track of those nasty war profiteers.
Social Issues & Human Rights
- Global Exchange: a human rights organization promoting justice and an alternative to sweat shops.
- Amnesty International: one of the largest and best-known human rights organizations.
- PETA: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, a large and successful animal rights organization.
- Human Rights Watch: protecting human rights around the world.
Lifestyle
- Tree Hugger: The latest earth-friendly technology and products.
- Organic Consumers Organization: lots of info on organic foods.
- Cruelty Free Shop: shop for cruelty-free and vegan products.
- Vegetarian Society: info for veggies and those interested in vegetarianism.
Other Activist Magazines & Organizations
- Adbusters: taking a stab at consumer culture, an awesome magazine!
- Yes!: A magazine supporting a more just, sustainable, and compassionate world.
- Mother Jones: political commentary, news, progressive politics, and more.
- COLORS: a very well-designed international magazine focusing on one topic each issue.
