Women's Voting Patterns in Election 2008 Nov 17, 2008
As Emma Goldman said in the early 1900s, There is no hope even that woman, with her right to vote, will ever purify politics. . (Townhall.com)
The bureaucrat as inadvertent artist Oct 25, 2008
Sherman even photographed a celebrity, the anarchist Emma Goldman. Awaiting deportation to the Soviet Union in 1919, she gives Sherman's camera a blank, impenetrable look. (Boston Globe)
Emma Goldman clinic celebrates 35th year Oct 16, 2008
Seemingly by accident, Candace Falk's love for Emma Goldman began ... "They were somewhat sad letters," said Falk, director of the Emma Goldman Papers Project ... Falk will be the keynote speaker at tonight's gathering for the 35th anniversary of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St.. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Dennis Lehane in top form on 'The Given Day' Sep 23, 2008
Famous Americans make appearances, including Babe Ruth, John (J. Edgar) Hoover, Calvin Coolidge and Emma Goldman. But The Given Day is more than a history lesson. (USA Today -- Life)
The Daily Break Aug 22, 2008
- Hawkeye Fever is catching, and time slots at Student Health and Emma Goldman are at a premium. - Hawkeye Football Fever is also catching (and let's hope our wide receivers are, too). (Daily Iowan, IA)
Everything's coming up roses ... Jul 14, 2008
Welcome Back, Emma, which came later that year, was a roving performance piece that had Kirkwood playing the late Russian-born anarchist Emma Goldman, who was run out of town in 1912 during labor and free-speech strife in San Diego. Kirkwood arrived at the Santa Fe Depot on an Amtrak train as a parade of performers portraying historical figures and contemporary city officials marched to meet her. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Doing a little too much book keeping Jun 19, 2008
Seven people pooled their collections of Marx, Lenin, Mao, Emma Goldman and other leftist study group must-reads and filled an entire room of boards on cinder blocks. I still remember the great pleasure I took from creating order for those books. (San Francisco Chronicle)
An angry river: A century ago, Missoula experienced its greatest natural disaster Jun 9, 2008
Among the 325 passengers on an eastbound train marooned at Clinton were the anarchist orator Emma Goldman, as well as the Butte-bound Tacoma Tigers, a professional baseball team and leader of the Northwest League. They were among the 200 who walked three miles around a break at Turah and caught the Copper City local to Missoula to wait out the flood. (Missoulian, MT)
Graveyard Insights May 18, 2008
In Charleston, S.C., are discovered Brown Fellowship Graveyard for Light-Skinned Blacks and Thomas Smalls Graveyard for the Society of Blacks of Dark Complexion; in Chicago, the politically charged Forest Home/German Waldheim Cemetery, home to Emma Goldman and the Haymarket martyrs; in Los Angeles, Forest Lawn, where a radically new cemetery sensibility came under critical fire as the "Disneyland of Death.". Yalom's point is made: Serious information about a place can be gleaned by a slow walk... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
UI senior has passion for social justice May 16, 2008
Her volunteer efforts at the Women's Resource and Action Center and the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St., allowed her to address a "perfect mix" of business interests and current issues she was passionate about. Her three-year stint at Emma Goldman was highlighted by her work on Project Pharmacy - a campaign working to ensure statewide access and availability of emergency contraception. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Drums of peace in IC Apr 11, 2008
The conference will feature workshops and local speakers including Iraq Veterans Against the War, UI law Professor Adrien Wing, and Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St.. Kubby said she plans to expand on ideas she recently spoke about at an Iowa City rally in March. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Women behind the camera for new breed of adult film Apr 7, 2008
The award is a statue, called the Emma after the pro-sex, anarchist feminist Emma Goldman. Toronto filmmaker Loree Erickson, self-described "queer femme gimp," opens her video of a woman in a wheelchair enjoying the intimate attentions of another woman with a line about giving up invisibility. (Toronto Star)
The Assassins Among Us: An Unspoken Fear Stalks the Presidential Hustings Mar 6, 2008
Leon Czolgosz, an anarchist trying to impress Emma Goldman, shot McKinley at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, N.Y. ... Leon Czolgosz, an anarchist trying to impress Emma Goldman, shot McKinley at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, N.Y.. (Townhall.com)
Free day at clinic Feb 29, 2008
These were just a few of the topics discussed at the Emma Goldman African-American Women's Health Night on Thursday, where free services, including annual exams, birth-control information, and testing for sexually transmitted infections, were offered to black women ... The goal is to help those who might not otherwise have access to medical services and to acknowledge Black History Month, said Francine the Thompson, health services director for the Emma Goldman ... Emma Goldman, a nonprofit... (Daily Iowan, IA)
Today's Photos Feb 29, 2008
Patricia Walker (left) buys twelve condoms for one dollar at the Emma Goldman Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008. Dwana Porter (center) and Daminaka Pearson (right) helped provide free services on African-American Women's Health Night. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Today's Daily Iowan TV Webcast Feb 29, 2008
- Iowa City police officer assaulted while writing PAULA ticket - Smoking ban passes Iowa State Senate - Helping homeless vets - Another provost candidate visits - Emma Goldman Clinic celebrates Black History Month - Are men sacrificing studies for relationships. - Men's basketball prepares for final home game - Football player Chaney also does track - Field hockey prepares for next season - Weather. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Seniors tackle abortion Feb 8, 2008
Representatives from Birth Right and the Emma Goldman Clinic were at the class to share with the group of around 25 their views on unplanned pregnancy ... Karen Kubby, the executive director at the Emma Goldman Clinic, told the group about three options women have when they face an unplanned pregnancy: birth, adoption, and abortion ... The average age of women getting abortions at the Emma Goldman clinic is 19-24 years old, she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Study: Pill can reduce ovarian-cancer risk Jan 29, 2008
Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, said the clinic's philosophy is not necessarily to recommend the Pill; instead, physicians look at various factors to help a patient decide which birth-control method is best. "We really look at that person in greater detail," Kubby said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Brilliantly drawn girls Jan 23, 2008
Robbins understands the argument, but isn't too worried: "Personally I think that if DC didn't have that imprint, they wouldn't do anything else anyway, so it's got to be a good thing." She is most excited about all the comics being created beyond the mainstream right now, including such apparently unlikely propositions as a recent biography of the anarchist Emma Goldman, by feminist comics writer Sharon Rudahl. "What feminist doesn't adore Emma Goldman?!" laughs Robbins ... "It's called... (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Porter: Algeria: More Violence Dec 22, 2007
He is a political science emeritus professor of SUNY/Empire State College and the editor of Vision on Fire: Emma Goldman on the Spanish Revolution (rev. ed., AK Press, 2006). (Zmag.org)
Torture, American style Dec 17, 2007
We know little about it; it appears in the writings of the anarchist philosopher Emma Goldman, who received letters from prisoners describing its use. Early 20th-century America was a breeding ground for new ideas in electric torture, many documented by American Bar Association investigators in their 1931 Report on Lawlessness in Law Enforcement. (Boston Globe)
Church also provides venue for 'Islamic punk' program Dec 15, 2007
The Red Emma organization boasts of being named after Emma Goldman, 1869-1940, and describes her as, "perhaps one of the most well-known activists in the United States a pioneer of change, a firebrand" as well as "feminist, anarchist, labor organizer and rabble-rouser.". The Institute on Religion and Democracy, founded in 1981, is an ecumenical alliance of U.S. Christians working to reform their churches social witness, in accord with biblical and historic Christian teachings. (WorldNetDaily)
Number of abortions down Oct 16, 2007
Emma Goldman Clinic's rates are based on family income, a woman's insurance coverage, and how far along the woman is in the pregnancy said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the clinic. The customary fee is $575, but the clinic will lower the rate for qualifying individuals. (Daily Iowan, IA)
HONK! brings music made for revolution to Davis Square Oct 3, 2007
Emma Goldman knew that a revolution without a groove was a disaster waiting to happen. When the Bolsheviks brutally consolidated their hold on the emerging Soviet Union, the anarchist famously rejected the authoritarian party, declaring "If I can't dance, I don't want to be part of your revolution.". (Boston Globe)
Don't get mad, get productive Sep 26, 2007
Clinics such as Planned Parenthood and The Emma Goldman Clinic provide services and education for men and women in a non-judgmental, caring and informative way. So each time I get angered or offended by the likes of the Holmans, I'm going to donate my time or money. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Letter to the Editor Sep 21, 2007
As the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, I feel she should have addressed this concern when recommending that method. Natasha Lewey. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Plan B sales up nationwide Aug 28, 2007
But while sales figures are up, Barr Pharmaceuticals tripled the price of the drug when it became more widely available, said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St. She said this may be why the total units of Plan B sold have stayed stable at her clinic. Other local pharmacy officials said they couldn't comment on past pricing of the drug. (Daily Iowan, IA)
C-section frequency worries officials Jul 24, 2007
"It's often portrayed that C-sections are easier," said Rachel Schecker, a health-services representative at the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St. "Women think they'll lie on a table and simply recover afterward.". While a 30-minute to one-hour surgical procedure might seem more pleasant compared with 14 hours in labor, the recovery period can be longer than women expect. (Daily Iowan, IA)
‘Meet Me at the Fair' Jul 22, 2007
Story Photos Emma Goldman, 5, of Sycamore listens for the next bingo number to be called Saturday during a game of children s bingo with the help of her father, Steve Goldman, at the Pay-It-Forward House s second annual Meet Me at the Fair open house in Sycamore. Chronicle photo CURTIS CLEGG. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Turn plain jars into flower holders Jul 16, 2007
Scripps Howard News Service. Slug: diyhobbies Date: 2007-07-16 00:00:00 Version: original Wire Category: L Words: 618 Bytes: 22528 E-Pub: Y Use Warning: Must credit DIY--Do It Yourself Network Photos. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Albert: Embark Now Jul 15, 2007
Dave Dellinger SPS. Emma Goldman SPS. Malcolm X SPS. And for that matter, Rosa Luxemburg SPS, Emiliano Zapata SPS, Che Guevara SPS. And so on. Imagine, in short, students rising up with information, relentless focus, and some abandon too, becoming angry, militant, and aggressive, but keeping foremost mutual concern and outreaching compassion. (Zmag.org)
Albert: USSF 2007 & After Jul 12, 2007
We do it for Emma Goldman and the anarchists in struggle we will dance on our way to, on our arrival at, and in celebration of our new world. . (Zmag.org)
Concert Highlights for the Week of July 11 - July 17 Jul 11, 2007
While he tags musical greats like Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan as his inspirations, he also notes Che Guevara, Malcolm X, and Emma Goldman. A ticket to this show means you had better be prepared to shut up and listen he literally asks for quiet. (City Pages)
Period-suppressor pill heading to market Jun 12, 2007
Though this product is the first of its kind, people have been suppressing periods for years, said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St. ... What they experience isn't a "real" period and is unnecessary, said Elizabeth Graf, a physician's assistant at the Emma Goldman Clinic. (Daily Iowan, IA)
More than an apple a day Jun 12, 2007
In such cases, she refers patients to other facilities, such as the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St., and Planned Parenthood, 850 Orchard St.. James said one advantage of on-campus health care is more accessibility - and anonymity - for tests such as Pap smears and pelvic exams for women. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Exhibit showcases prison's connection to Jefferson City May 23, 2007
Notable inmates including the Young brothers, retty Boy Floyd, ed Emma Goldman, Kate Richards O'Hare, onny Liston and James Earl Ray have a prominent display in the middle of the room. hat's my favorite, there were a lot of famous people here, said Danny Reimund, who is studying history at Lincoln University. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
IDOL BANTER: Sobriety dawns Apr 25, 2007
" Only LaKisha Jones, the last free thinker standing, did something sassy -- covering a Fantasia song too soon after that Idol's reign. Maybe Bono and the other charitable kingpins appearing tomorrow night will remind our earnest Final Six that you've got to throw some spice into activism's nutritious diet. Music that sustains struggling communities and inspires change has always been intensely fun, from the songs of the Mardi Gras Indians to the street anthems against South African apartheid to... (Los Angeles Times)
CDC pushing stronger drugs for treating gonorrhea Apr 23, 2007
"Gonorrhea is notorious because people who have gotten an infection tend to get re-infected because people tend to hang around in the same social circles." said Elizabeth Graf, a physician's assistant at Emma Goldman Clinic. Because people tend to get re-infected, she said, it's difficult to tell if those who come back for a second visit with gonorrhea have a resistant strain or have just gotten the disease again. (Daily Iowan, IA)
At long last, Dinner’ is served Apr 13, 2007
The piece includes Emma Goldman, Hannah Senesch and Henrietta Szold. Mickey Stern has also been involved with The Dinner Party for decades. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
LETTER: Citizens should participate, stop criticizing protesters Mar 31, 2007
And yet another question, where would many people we have admired -- Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Emma Goldman, Cesar Chavez or even Robert Kennedy -- have been for that hour or two last Saturday. Would they have been at the march or in the usual consumer and self-focused world. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Law & Order, Personal Grudge Unit Mar 28, 2007
The trial itself is a play within a play: The action commences backstage at the all-female Emma Goldman Theatre Brigade, where the players scheme and argue over their new casting system. Letting the director decide would be giving in to imperialism, and so they draw roles from a hat before the show, ensuring quixotic egalitarianism and, in the case of stagehand Betty (Kirstin Kuchler), a good deal of terror over remembering her lines. (City Pages)
more » Feb 27, 2007
I have a very anarchist view on the world and my philosophies it doesn t mean I m going to name my children after Emma Goldman. Against Me. (CTNow.com)
Iowa City book store cancels abortion book reading after threats Feb 1, 2007
Kelsay said Iowa City has a history of anti-abortion protests at the Emma Goldman Clinic and Planned Parenthood of Greater Iowa. Protesters appear almost weekly and there have been arrests when confrontations have occurred, but they have not involved weapons, he said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
California's Jan 23, 2007
Administrators at the University of California at Berkeley refused to permit the Emma Goldman Papers Project to use the following Goldman quotations in a fund-raising letter: In the face of this approaching disaster, it behooves men and women not yet overcome by war madness to raise their voice of protest, to call the attention of the people to the crime and outrage which are about to be perpetrated on them ; and We shall soon be obliged to meet in cellars, or in darkened rooms with closed... (Harper's Magazine)
Metro briefs Jan 23, 2007
Tickets are still available for the Emma Goldman Clinic's annual Roe v. Wade celebration, which will be held Saturday in the IMU Main Ballroom ... Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, said those interested in getting tickets should register online or call immediately. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Rosenfeld: Jewish Like Me Jan 23, 2007
I found inspiration in Jewish anarchists like Emma Goldman, as well as movements for Jewish liberation against imperialism, especially in the Tsarist context. Kicking it with the Bund. (Zmag.org)
Biographical dramas spin film gold Jan 20, 2007
1981: Maureen Stapleton, "Reds" (Emma Goldman). 1989: Brenda Fricker, "My Left Foot" (Bridget Brown, Christy Brown's mother). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Life in New Orleans turns tragic for Canadians Jan 6, 2007
Using a style described by a local music critic as a cross between singing and rapping, his lyrics explore universal health care, flag burning and early anarchist Emma Goldman. They were both vegan, in Dr. Gailiunas's case since the first month of medical school, and moved in an artistic circle. (Globe and Mail)
St. Petersberg: How to get there, where to stay and more. Jan 1, 2007
Opened in the waning days of the czars, the Astoria brought out the bourgeois in American (John Reed, Louise Bryant, Emma Goldman) and Russian (Lenin) guests alike. Doubles, stated in dollars, from $300. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
