Where can I find summaries of historical developments, technological breakthroughs, political and social changes etc. in a similar style as the Afterword in Charles Stross's anthology Toast
(free download here)? I am interested in stuff that has happened in the last 30 or 40 years.
posted by fullerenedream
on Oct 22, 2012 -
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I'm interested in resources relating studies on discrimination in the United States today. I'm thinking of something along the lines of
this Tim Wise post linking to a bunch of studies, but something a little more comprehensive, recent, without links through Facebook, if possible. Am particularly interested in data along the lines Wise mentions, about contemporary discrimination against African Americans in housing, employment, etc. Does this exist? Thanks!
posted by ibmcginty
on May 2, 2012 -
1 answer
What are your favourite interesting, informative or unusual FB Groups or Pages?
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posted by Artaud
on Feb 20, 2012 -
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To what extent do cultural values affect foreign policy making between U.S. and China?
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posted by espada0
on Feb 14, 2012 -
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I've been considering a position in Jackson, Mississippi. The job would be fantastic and a real step-up. The folks there seem eager to have me. The problem is Mississippi. My parents and sister now live there, but pretty far south (Picayune). I live in PA and before this mostly in the Midwest. Will I fit in?
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posted by Toekneesan
on Mar 3, 2008 -
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Can anyone reccomend good books, or documentaries, about Australia (history, culture, politics) written by people from outside Australia?
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posted by Jimbob
on Feb 7, 2008 -
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A student of mine (college junior) asked me to give him a list of progressively-oriented blogs, films, and websites. I have a few ideas for him, but would like to solicit the hive mind for more.
posted by chicainthecity
on Dec 18, 2007 -
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In light of the horrendously awful "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry," are there any GOOD (i.e. both funny and non-homophobic) comedies about straight people either having to pretend they're gay or, more generally, about straight people slowly but surely letting go of their prejudices towards LGBT people?
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posted by Ash3000
on Jul 19, 2007 -
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Can anyone recommend any good documentaries? Bonus points if its history or culture related.
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posted by Vindaloo
on Aug 23, 2006 -
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Is there a good online resource for lectures on .mp3? Particularly in fields (soooo mefi) of liberal arts, psychoanalysis, culture, internet and politics. Oh and my girlfriend (yeah right) wonders if theres any fashion/Jane Austen stuff out there? Please help me find something interesting for a long car journey!
posted by you're only jung once
on May 9, 2006 -
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In the past few years, I have read--over and over--that many American Christians feel that "Christianity is under attack," and that there is an "assault on people of faith."
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posted by curtm
on Sep 9, 2005 -
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Why is the marijuana usage rate in Japan (0.05%) so much lower than anywhere else?
posted by Tlogmer
on Sep 9, 2005 -
36 answers
What is the connection, if any, between britpop and New Labour?
posted by Tlogmer
on May 7, 2005 -
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