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Kevin Gosztola is a writer and curator of Firedoglake's blog The Dissenter, a blog covering civil liberties in the age of technology. He is an editor for OpEdNews.com and a former intern and videographer for The Nation Magazine.And, he's the producer of a weekly podcast "This Week in WikiLeaks" that has been tweeted by WikiLeaks to their more than 900, 000 followers (which he continues to post at The Dissenter each weekend).
Tuesday, December 28, 2010 CMN News: Ground Zero Mosque Limericks, Top Secret America & Talk About Chinese Tax Cuts
[That noise your hearing is the radio segment beginning--Scroll down to see the player.] Many of you recognize me as a writer, but this year I have spent time developing my ability to be a correspondent on a weekly podcast radio show. Here is a segment from the year-end countdown show I did with a great group of young guys who enjoy talking politics & news just as much as I do.
Thursday, December 2, 2010 A WikiLeaks OpEdNews Task Force to Cover the WikiLeaks Cables (1 comments)
An appeal to those who are following the WikiLeaks story to join a task force that can ensure the cables get full and proper coverage on the OEN website.
Friday, February 5, 2010 Student Committed to Telling Stories of Suffering Thanks Arianna Huffington for Visiting Columbia
My letter to Arianna Huffington, who recently visited the college I am attending, Columbia College Chicago. I urge her to help connect me with people who might be able to participate in a major arts & media summit called "Art, Access & Action" that I am organizing for Columbia College and the city of Chicago.
Saturday, June 13, 2009 Suppression of Press Freedom as Ahmadinejad is Declared Winner (1 comments)
Both of Ahmadinejad's challengers in the election, Mirhossein Mousavi and Mehdi Karoubi, have urged supporters to not accept the results as supporters clash with police. Also, the press and journalists are being suppressed by the government as they attempt to report on the outcome of the election
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 I'll Take a Uighur!
Let Uighurs be our next stimulus. Why not? It's better than many of the other solutions suggested thus far.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 OpEdNews March Madness Group on CBSSportsline.com
For some of you, you may not feel like there's time to stop muckraking and make picks for March Madness. But, if you think you want to fill out a bracket and follow the madness, join the OpEdNews.com group I formed on CBS.Sportsline.com
Monday, February 2, 2009 My Letter to a College Newspaper: Students Must Take Lead in Creative Financial Solutions
A letter to the editor published in my college's newspaper, the Columbia Chronicle; it is my attempt to compel the Student Government Association (SGA) and students to become creative and imaginative and inquisitive and work for a way forward out of this financial turmoil that may be unconventional
Monday, January 12, 2009 I, Citizen Stenographer
A poem on the current state of journalism and the actors who report "the news"
Tuesday, December 30, 2008 Noteworthy Op-Eds of 2008
A compilation of op-eds pulled from the progressive news site Common Dreams so that Americans can look back on the year that was 2008.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008 Modern Christmas Carol Titles
Titles of modern carols. The lyrics are still being developed and unfortunately will not be available for you this holiday season. Hopefully, the titles will help you imagine what those lyrics might be.
Sunday, December 14, 2008 A Fitting Way to Say Goodbye: Iraqi Journalist Throws Shoes at Bush (19 comments)
If you think about it, we can all sympathize with this journalist and wonder why journalists in our own nation have not pulled any stunts or pranks similar during Bush's presidency. You would think more journalists especially journalists from all over the world would be acting like this.
Sunday, November 9, 2008 Balancing Work and Play
When I think of what Naomi Wolf has to say about this country, there's a reason I make the so-called sacrifice now to live in a radically different way than other college students.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 Number One Reason to Support Cindy Sheehan (2 comments)
Why you should be supporting Cindy Sheehan by publicizing her campaign or by sending and raising money for her
Monday, October 13, 2008 Take the Challenge!
Take the Obama-McCain Challenge before it's too late. I mean, well...see below.
Monday, October 13, 2008 Conservatives and the Obama October Surprise (4 comments)
I receive updates from Human Events. Why? Well, I find it worthwhile to keep informed of what Republican extremists are up to. They don't check to see if you are an extremist. Anybody can receive these newsletters.
Saturday, October 4, 2008 Witness to "Weapons of Self Destruction"
Thursday night, right when the bailout and VP debate were hot topics, Robin Williams came on stage at Purdue University. His show touched on the presidential candidates, the bailout, the VP candidates and their debate, Bush, Cheney, going green, San Francisco, and also involved several bits about sex, drugs, and alcohol. The blend never veered away from Robin's supreme ability to illuminate the insanities of life.
Saturday, September 27, 2008 Who Needs a Fixed Debate When You Can Be On Bill Maher? (1 comments)
It's always nice to have a backup plan when you know you're going to fall victim to a system that perpetuates political bigotry.
Saturday, September 20, 2008 Applying Naomi Klein's Expertise to the Shocks on Wall Street (1 comments)
Naomi Klein would tell us that as AIG, Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and more banks fail we should not succumb to the "shock" therapy being administered.
Thursday, September 18, 2008 Who's on the Board of Directors of...?
The names of those on the Board of Directors for each bank that has failed or been bailed out in the past months.
Sunday, September 7, 2008 Matt Gonzalez Speaks in Chicago (3 comments)
Here is my transcription of Matt Gonzalez's speech to over a hundred people in Chicago's Vittum Theater last night.
Friday, August 1, 2008 It's Not the Differences But the Similarities That Matter (24 comments)
Several people have brought it to my attention that Barack Obama and John McCain are different. I don't disagree. But I wonder if those differences are enough to still vote for one over the other. The similarities are what matters and why I am skeptical of voting for either.
Monday, June 23, 2008 What the Media Did for Russert, the People Should Do for George Carlin (2 comments)
I wouldn't just call myself a fan of George Carlin. I never attended any of his comedy concerts, but I did watch his HBO specials on YouTube many times and often remembered what he had said when talking about society with others. I considered him to be a thinker, not just a comedian.
Thursday, June 12, 2008 Help McCain Pick a Campaign Song (8 comments)
McCain is walking in a musical minefield. Every song he picks, the artist flips out and makes a statement detailing why they wish McCain shouldn't use the song or why they will be voting Obama over McCain. Let's help McCain out.
Saturday, June 7, 2008 Lunch Break at the NCMR
Going full speed through the media reform conference which is packed with personalities and ripe for reflection and introspective thinking to improve the way we all respond to media for social change and justice in America.
Monday, April 21, 2008 My Video Diary on State-Sponsored Torture
This is an amateurish show I put together in my apartment. The focus of this first episode is Torture and Impeachment. The show is broken into four segments.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 Taking Activism on the Road
I am planning a couple road trips to enhance my civic engagement in America or contributions to this democratic society that is ailing severely. With your help, I can go on these trips and start to take actions to get more youth or the so-called "future generations" involved in taking back America.
Sunday, April 6, 2008 Charlton Heston Dies (8 comments)
The man I knew from Ben-Hur and the NRA has passed away. I cannot say I personally liked or admired him, but I have a quick point to make and I am hoping that some people get it and act on it.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Sign the Holy Name 6 Petition
Here is the link for a petition to show your support for the Holy Name 6 as they face threats, ostracism, and vilification as a result of their nonviolent and patriotic action to stand up for peace, human rights, freedom, and democracy.
Saturday, March 29, 2008 Earth Hour (Open Thread) (4 comments)
Earth Hour is beginning in my time zone. We are turning off the lights here in my building on campus. Other places in Chicago are turning off lights too. Let's talk about actions like this and what more we can do.
Saturday, March 22, 2008 The Political Minds of American Sports Nuts
What goes through the mind of those who are obsessed with American sports or fans of sports? What might they be thinking politically? Well, there is a thread tited, "Obama for President," on CBSSportsline.com. Check out what people are saying.
Saturday, March 8, 2008 Somewhere Between Our Worst Fears and Most Divine Hopes
How do we get the most out of life? Is it in what we do? Is it in how we react? Perhaps, our ability to set the agenda for our life makes us the person we desire to be. Being able to react to the world around us and feel those emotions that make us whole---Perhaps, that's what it's all about.
Saturday, March 1, 2008 Setting Public Policy for the Future
The best thing we who care about the future of America can do is continue to take issue with our two-party system in America by calling attention to the possible Green Party ticket for 2008, Nader/Gonzalez.
Monday, February 18, 2008 Thank You, Dennis Kucinich (11 comments)
I feel like I owe something to this man for getting me to where I am today. And I am inspired to write about what it is that makes me so happy that I supported Dennis for President. I didn't go for the platitudes of hope Obama is offering or Hillary Clinton's experience. I supported a man whose heart and courage makes him a true American hero.
Sunday, February 10, 2008 Four More Years of Bush (For the Comedians of America) (2 comments)
Nobody would benefit from four more years of Bush. Not even the GOP can afford four more years of his dishonest and corrupt rule over America. Right? Actually, there is one group of people in America who will be deeply saddened in January when Bush leaves office: the comedians in America.
Saturday, February 9, 2008 Can I Get a Spam Filter for This?
Every other week I get these messages and feel like posting them because...I just do.
Thursday, February 7, 2008 I Enjoy Watching Obama and Clinton (2 comments)
I sat back thinking about all that's been going on between the two camps and thought to myself: "That's entertainment."
Saturday, February 2, 2008 Americans Devour Change
As I was reading an article on RAW STORY about Mississippi doing something to regulate the right of restaurants to serve obese people, I found a fitting picture for the situation we face in American politics today.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 Brought Back Memories of Better Days in this Election (4 comments)
I want to thank Ron Paul for speaking truth to power tonight. Forget the scuffle between Romney and McCain. This was the real defining moment of the debate.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 What Would You Like to See a Documentary Cover? (4 comments)
I'm opening up and allowing some outsiders to help boost my success in film school. I realize that viewpoints and subjects are often kept from being heard or spread in the mainstream corporate media. So, read on and give me your ideas.
Sunday, January 27, 2008 I'm Making New Rules Like Bill Maher (2 comments)
Something happened here on OpEdNews that has made me feel the need to make a new rule for OpEdNews in the same way Bill Maher makes new rules on his show.
Sunday, January 27, 2008 Ron Paul Nonsense (23 comments)
An article on trolling here has already happened. I feel the need to more directly challenge what is happening here on OpEdNews. I feel like targeting the engagements that have occurred in the comments sections because they have been ridiculous.
Monday, January 21, 2008 MLK Jr.'s Anti-War Speech vs. Barack Obama's "Anti-War" Speech
Will "the dream" live on if Barack Obama is elected? Compare Martin Luther King Jr.'s anti-war speech given in opposition to the Vietnam war to the speech Obama gave in 2002 in opposition to the Iraq war.
Friday, January 18, 2008 Nevada Voters: Fight Media Exclusion, Vote Kucinich
You have a chance to level a blow to corporate media which seeks to control this election. Step up and switch your vote to help a man place third in Nevada so he can debate in South Carolina.
Friday, January 18, 2008 Anti-War Groups Cut and Run (1 comments)
What we have here is sad news for Americans who should not back down in the face of ignorance by the politicians and policymakers leading America.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008 I'm On Edge As NBC Fights to Exclude Kucinich (14 comments)
What will happen? What will it be? Will good prevail? Will a voice silenced by ABC make it to the podium and not be successfully silenced by NBC? I can barely sit still.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008 New Hampshire, Kucinich & ABC's Dirty Trick (19 comments)
On the incoming results of the NH primary, on the future of Dennis Kucinich in this presidential election, and on the effect ABC has had on this election.
Sunday, January 6, 2008 Huckabee's John Edwards-esque Answer
John Edwards has a track record that is best if kept hidden. In order to maintain this idea of being a true man of the people, we must not know what really has happened with him prior to now. The same goes for Huckabee, right?
Sunday, January 6, 2008 Retaining Hope (1 comments)
Hope for a better everything. That's why I am pleased to be able to have a little money to collect together in these dark times.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007 I Sound Like a Bitch (35 comments)
It has been recently brought to my attention in a response to my message about how I wish to handle OpEdNews email messages to me that I am a "bitch."
Tuesday, December 25, 2007 Don't Try to Hide Behind OpEdNews Email
For conservatives who feel they need to find some covert way into talking to people here on OpEdNews, I'm not no pet liberal. Don't think that being college material makes me a fool. I'm not an expert yet or a wise man but I am not about to be swayed by your short blurbs of conservative ideas.
Monday, December 24, 2007 Teach Me: Getting Rid of the Dept of Education? (20 comments)
MSNBC's Meet the Press just allowed Ron Paul to be interviewed and justify all of his controversial positions in this election. I would like to know about something.
Thursday, December 20, 2007 Goodwill
A holiday message published in my local newspaper. All of us should take the time to write in to our newspapers this holiday season and make sure people are thinking about Christmas in more than just the capitalist way.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007 My Condolences to the Kucinich Family (5 comments)
Kucinich's brother Perry was found dead. In this time of need and after Dennis has been there for Americans all through 2007, it is time for us to be there for him.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007 What Have You Done to Deserve to Be Elected? (3 comments)
Out of all the Democratic presidential candidates, only three really deserve our vote in this 2008 election.
Sunday, December 9, 2007 The MSM's or MSNBC's Candidate Matrix (and My Results) (3 comments)
The MSM (MSNBC) has characterized each presidential candidate on the five issues they are comfortable with talking, saturating, deconstructing, and reporting about: the economy, energy, health care, immigration, and the Iraq war. Some of the descriptions of each candidate are really telling of who these people really are and what they could mean if for America if elected.
Saturday, December 8, 2007 Ten Gifts to Get Your Congressman for Christmas (Open Thread) (5 comments)
Here are some gifts to get your congressman to show your appreciation for all that he or she has done this year to help Congress get a 15-20% approval rating. Also, I attempted to parody a popular Christmas carol.
Friday, December 7, 2007 Sean Penn on The Constitution, Media, and His Pick for President in 2008
Sean Penn held an address---not just gave a few words about how great a politician or how upsetting the war is in a quick few sentences with a reporter but an address---in San Francisco. The address was a shot of wisdom and idealism that all Americans should inject into their bodies NOW.
Saturday, December 1, 2007 My Rainbow Race and Green Vs. Guns
Pete Seeger sings for coming together to prevent climate change and Naomi Klein writes about corporatism in America. Two of America's finest give us the ammunition to demand change one on an inspirational level and the other on an academic level.
Friday, November 30, 2007 Biden to Boost Kucinich's Popularity? (2 comments)
Biden is thinking about doing the right thing. Good. However, the effect of this would mean that Biden becomes more like Kucinich and might help gain Kucinich some attention.
Saturday, November 24, 2007 Why do People Spend So Much Time on Edwards? (18 comments)
I'm just curious. I am sure some of you people who work for John Edwards or who are "volunteers" can explain to me why you care so much.
Friday, November 16, 2007 The Future of FOX News (4 comments)
Will the channel become a channel that increasingly incorporates smut or will it become a channel that goes beyond advancing pure conservative dogmatism?
Thursday, November 15, 2007 Wolf Blitzer Takes the Helm at 8ET
The next moderator in a series of what have been exclusive, poorly run inadequate debates is Wolf Blitzer. Two things to note and then this thread is open to you. What do you knowing Blitzer expect of him?
Wednesday, November 14, 2007 I Was Published in the MSM (3 comments)
Anytime we authors here get a piece in a newspaper anywhere in the U.S., it is important that we show off our success.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007 John W. Dean on Broken Government
The author of an all-encompassing trilogy of books on Republican power under Bush and Cheney spoke with Buzzflash. Here's my favorite part.
Monday, November 12, 2007 Black Americans Don't Get It (1 comments)
According to Michelle Obama, black voters just haven't woken up to reality yet.
Sunday, November 11, 2007 To Worlds Beyond (4 comments)
And you thought Kucinich was wacko for seeing a UFO...Turns out, even this president had desires to understand the unknown.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007 It's Clear to Me Now
Just a plain statement for all those Democrats who failed to support our Constitution and vote correctly impeachment yesterday.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 The Vote to Kill the Resolution (3:35 PM ET) (9 comments)
What is going on? Am I really seeing this happen? Republicans registering more NAYS than Democrats???!!!
Monday, November 5, 2007 Democracy for America Poll
The biggest polling of progressive activists this year is coming to a close . And...
Sunday, November 4, 2007 A Kucinich/Paul Debate
What do we have to do to get a network (PBS, for example) to air a debate between Ron Paul and Dennis Kucinich? How do we go about getting something like this to happen?
Saturday, November 3, 2007 A KUCINICH Extravaganza!!!!
You may think this news site, OpEdNews, is blatantly biased to Dennis Kucinich. Actually, it will calm down when the media covers more than Elizabeth's tongue thingamajig and Dennis' UFO sighting. For now, I shamelessly indulge in dropping fact after fact on Dennis so you, the voter, can become more aware of an amazing candidate for president.
Saturday, November 3, 2007 Questions to Ask Presidential Candidates (Open Thread) (4 comments)
Surely we can agree what has been asked so far of candidates in the debates is not enough. What should we be asking presidential candidates?
Thursday, November 1, 2007 An Obsessive Commitment (2 comments)
I cannot fight the drive or emotions in my mind that lead me to constantly think thought about a Kucinich presidency or better yet, a better America.
