We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of friend and comrade Jules Kirk, who died on Thursday, November 27. Jules was a co-founder of Communities that Protect and Resist (CPR). Her passion for and understanding of the importance of Community as a form of resistance and protection were instrumental in our organization takingContinue reading “Jules Kirk – Obituary”
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Announcement: we’re now a coalition member in Blue Earth Defense (BED)
We in CPR are excited to announce that we’re now a coalition member in Blue Earth Defense (BED). Blue Earth Defense is an international organization dedicated to defending our one and only home. BED is run by a group of volunteers spanning three continents, who have come together by our common love for Mother EarthContinue reading “Announcement: we’re now a coalition member in Blue Earth Defense (BED)”
The emperor has no clothes, and the corporation has no say
A CPR salute to South Park and other political satirists We at CPR would be remiss if we didn’t use this opportunity to highlight the brilliance of using humor as a weapon for resistance. In the US, there has been a wave of FU by humorists and political and social satirists directed at the veryContinue reading “The emperor has no clothes, and the corporation has no say”
Reflections on Fascism
Occupied Lands of the Cheyenne and Arapahoe Front Range Colorado RockiesBy Jennifer Murnan American politics have been increasingly controlled by the wealthy elite. Oligarchy, government by a few for corrupt and selfish purposes is already present in the system. Every day the political situation worsens it follows that our communities must open conversations on howContinue reading “Reflections on Fascism”
Contrasting the Matriarchal and Patriarchal Ethic
“The principle of balance between the sexes, between generations and between humans and nature constitutes their (matriarchal societies) fundamental ethical value.” Heide Goettner-Abendroth Societies of Peace. Ethics are at the foundation of any human structure or practice, visible and invisible. Just as the tenor and quality of leadership are determined by the ethics adopted byContinue reading “Contrasting the Matriarchal and Patriarchal Ethic”
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Another Trip Around the Sun….
Another trip around the sun….. We welcome any new viewers interested in building community! We’d love to hear from you either here on our blog at https://ctpr.home.blog or on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062599403. This site is a work in progress as we all learn together what it takes to build a strong, protective community in thisContinue reading “Another Trip Around the Sun….”
TARGET SELECTION: Reflections on Using the CARVER Model
Readers of our posts are generally familiar with the range of tactical and strategic actions/campaigns resistance activists and radical Communities might use in their work. Between the options contained in, e.g., the Deep Green Resistance A Taxonomy of Action, and the approaches we discuss in our Leading Communities of Resistance course, you should have quite aContinue reading “TARGET SELECTION: Reflections on Using the CARVER Model”
The End is Near And That Is a Very Good Thing
Reflections on Homelessness from the American Northwest A few years ago, I was discussing the collapse of this civilization with a friend, as one does. We disagreed on how long it might take – I said 5-10 years, he said 50. We were both right. It’s been happening for a while but is now beginningContinue reading “The End is Near And That Is a Very Good Thing”
Sisters4Sisters
Crone’s Council In the month of April 2022, I attended the feminist weekend of sisterhood and solidarity Sisters 4 Sisters. Women from across the US, coast to coast, north, south, and central attended this event. The first women I engaged with were mothers, grappling with relationships with their children who have declared themselves to beContinue reading “Sisters4Sisters”
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