July 2010
1 post
One Year Later: A Reflection on the Honduran...
On June 28, 2009 the world heard from their radios, televisions, and newspapers that the president of Honduras, Manuel Zelaya, had been forcibly removed from the elected position. Most of the discussion in the United States media was monopolized by an argument on whether or not this was technically a coup. Those who supported the coup government argued that law in Honduras allowed and even...
January 2010
1 post
We Cannot Ignore Torture
When I first heard about the “torture debate” in the United States, I could hardly believe it was happening. Why did we need to discuss something that was at once immoral and ineffective?
But when the Abu Ghraib photos surfaced, it became clear that not only was torture an issue, our government seemed determined to be on the wrong side of it. They twisted the Constitution to get legal...
July 2009
3 posts
Teens and Technology
Here at Armistice, we’ve been discussing the impact of new technologies on teenage communication. These forms of technology include texting, cell phone use, myspace, and facebook. We’ve been interested in the implications of these forms of communication on the development of normal human interaction. Are we losing crucial skills because the only way we talk to one another is through...
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Another Article
This one hasn’t appeared in the zine yet, but might end up in the next issue. It’s an op-ed on the economy; enjoy!
As an eighteen-year-old, I am faced with a nebulous future after college and grad school. In fact, the only certainty is the tens of thousands of dollars of debt I will accumulate in the course of my education. Even with this education, I cannot be confident a job will...
April 2009
4 posts
The Innocence Project
“You can end your life in ten minutes time. That quick…it can happen to the smartest person in the world,” said Bruce Godschalk, a recent exoneree from prison. Mr. Godschalk, like many others in America, was convicted of a crime he did not commit. In May of 1987, the 26 year old Mr. Godschalk was convicted of 2 counts of forcible rape, and 2 counts of burglary in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania....
Negative Campaigning
Everyone knows that politicians lie and cheat their way to the top. “Playing politics” is an acceptable accuse for some decisions that politicians make. I myself have rationalized the actions of politicians by saying that if they didn’t “play politics,” they wouldn’t win. However, once you start “mudslinging” or running a negative campaign, you may...
The End of the World (as we Know It)
It’s the theme for the next issue. It doesn’t have to be a bad thing-though we will likely have a few articles on global warming, nuclear proliferation, etc. We’ll also do articles on how the world could change drastically for the better. As usual, send any submissions to armistice.zine@gmail.com or 120 1/2 W. Liberty, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104.
We will, of course,...
Armistice on the Radio
We were on WCBN on Sunday from eleven to twelve. Sorry I didn’t post about it before it happened, but we’ll be on the air again. I’m not sure exactly when, but when I find out I’ll tell you about it.
March 2009
2 posts
Bringing "Peaces" of Iraq Together
At Cafe Ambrosia, 326 Maynard, from 7:30-10:30 p.m.-but feel free to stop by anytime.
See the importance of Iraq and what originated in Iraq that we still use today!
There will be chessboards open for competitors and an art display submitted by local youth expressing their perspectives of peace as it relates to connections between Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.
Michigan Peaceworks intern Zaineb...
Upcoming Events
Sorry I haven’t been updating much over the past week. We’re pretty busy with the anniversary of the Iraq war coming up on March 21st; we’ve got a protest going on outside the Michigan Union at 1:00 p.m.
February 2009
6 posts
Armistice is Here!
The new issue has just come in. If you want a copy, you can pick one up at 120 1/2 West Liberty, Ann Arbor, Michigan-or you can send us a request for one at armistice.zine@gmail.com and we will mail you a copy. I will also be posting portions of the zine on this blog, which I will try to update every Tuesday and Thursday from now on.
Next Issue
It will be going to the printer’s shortly, so we should have it within the next couple of weeks. But if you can’t wait, here’s a sample:
Reaganism
Congratulations, Democrats. The Republicans have have become so atrociously incompetent that the voters elected you in a landslide in spite of a mere 20% support for a Congress you currently run. This election was handed to you...
Carl Safina wrote an interesting essay in Tuesday’s New York Times about the semantics of evolution. Here’s an excerpt:
“By propounding “Darwinism,” even scientists and science writers perpetuate an impression that evolution is about one man, one book, one “theory.” The ninth-century Buddhist master Lin Chi said, “If you meet the Buddha on the road, kill him.” The point is that...
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August 2008
11 posts
More Staff Biographies
Actually it’s just mine right now, but Will and Emily Marie should have theirs up here by tonight.
Keagan Irrer
Age: In Terran years, 9,125,692,586
Birthplace: Not definable in Terran forms of communication
Race: Superior God-like omnipotent being
Hobbies: Ultimate Frisbee, torturing my enemies, studying history, harvesting souls, playing the piano, conquering the universe to turn it to...
Staff Biographies
Here are some biographies written by the Armistice zine staff. We thought you might appreciate our unusual backgrounds. More will follow.
Lauren Ramanathan
Lauren Ramanathan is the illegitimate daughter of Angela Davis and Jean-Luc Godard. She was raised primarily on the Parisian Left-Bank and in Berlin. At an early age Lauren showed a talent for inciting revolutionary action. She was sent to...
Postcards
These postcards are available for $5 a pack. Other merchandise is available for purchase including t-shirts ($10) and patches ($2).
Guidelines and Tips for Submissions
Focus your articles on issues that will remain relevant for several months, otherwise they will be considered for the blog but will not appear in the zine.
Anything that can be put on paper will be considered for the zine, including poetry, artwork, photography, and articles.
More tips to come later when we think of them.
Where Armistice is Available
Vault of Midnight
Kerrytown
Liberty Street Video
Encore Records
Underground Sounds
Primo Coffee
Biggby’s
Cafe Ambrosia
Shaman Drum
Michigan Peaceworks (120 1/2 W. Liberty)
You can also send us an email at armistice.zine@gmail.com and we will send you a copy.
July 2008
8 posts
Youth Peace Summit
The annual Youth Peace Summit will be held September 20th at the Millenium Club from 11am-4pm.
Mission Statement
Armistice’s mission begins with the fundamental principle that all voices have a right to be heard. We believe that awareness about the world is necessary to bring about change. From the bloodiest battles of the French Revolution to the tragedy at Tiananmen Square, the youth have always provided an impetus of change. At the dawn of the 21st century, we as the youth of today will not abdicate...
What We've Been Up To
We are currently working on a documentary on racism and ageism in the Ann Arbor area. Please contact us at armistice.zine@gmail.com if you would like to be interviewed.
