Allison Kilkenny

@allisonkilkenny

Allison Kilkenny is the co-host of the progressive political podcast Citizen Radio (wearecitizenradio.com) and independent journalist who blogs at allisonkilkenny.com. Her work has appeared in The American Prospect, the LA Times, In These Times, Truthout and the award-winning grassroots NYC newspaper the Indypendent.

Idle No More: Global Protests for Indigenous Rights

Idle No More: Global Protests for Indigenous Rights Idle No More: Global Protests for Indigenous Rights

Idle No More is Canada's Occupy movement, but with deep, deep roots. Today there will be global solidarity actions in support of Canada's activists.

Jan 11, 2013 / Allison Kilkenny

Occupy Steubenville: Anonymous Takes On Ohio Sheriff

Occupy Steubenville: Anonymous Takes On Ohio Sheriff Occupy Steubenville: Anonymous Takes On Ohio Sheriff

The hacking collective Anonymous brings attention to rape culture within the United States.

Jan 7, 2013 / Allison Kilkenny

GOP Demands More Cuts in Wake of Fiscal Cliff Deal

GOP Demands More Cuts in Wake of Fiscal Cliff Deal GOP Demands More Cuts in Wake of Fiscal Cliff Deal

Boehner's vision for a post-cliff America includes slashing benefits and gutting vital social services. 

Jan 2, 2013 / Allison Kilkenny

Occupy the NRA

Occupy the NRA Occupy the NRA

An offshoot of the Occupy Wall Street movement has responded to the Connecticut massacre, calling for gun control policies that will save lives. 

Dec 17, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

Thousands Descend on Michigan Capitol to Protest Anti-Worker Bills

Thousands Descend on Michigan Capitol to Protest Anti-Worker Bills Thousands Descend on Michigan Capitol to Protest Anti-Worker Bills

A very real ideological battle is being waged between labor and the forces that wish to destroy the power of collective bargaining.

Dec 12, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

Thousands Are Expected to Protest Anti-Worker Legislation in Michigan

Thousands Are Expected to Protest Anti-Worker Legislation in Michigan Thousands Are Expected to Protest Anti-Worker Legislation in Michigan

Union activists are traveling to Lansing to speak out against the “right to work” legislation that would silence Michigan workers.

Dec 10, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

Citizens Protest Looming ‘Fiscal Cliff’ Budget Cuts Citizens Protest Looming ‘Fiscal Cliff’ Budget Cuts

AIDS activists have led the way in direct action against cuts to vital programs.

Dec 3, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

‘No Services, No Rent’: NYCHA Residents Call For Action in Sandy’s Wake ‘No Services, No Rent’: NYCHA Residents Call For Action in Sandy’s Wake

NYC public housing residents call for a cancellation of rent following Hurricane Sandy and loss of basic services.

Nov 27, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

Occupy Shows Solidarity With Walmart Employees Occupy Shows Solidarity With Walmart Employees

A coalition of labor supporters protested alongside striking employees to speak out against Walmart's intimidation and abuse. 

Nov 23, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

Occupy Walmart: Workers Plan Black Friday Protests Occupy Walmart: Workers Plan Black Friday Protests

Occupy Wall Street is showing solidarity with striking Walmart workers. 

Nov 20, 2012 / Allison Kilkenny

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