I know some people who work here because they are disabled. I was horrified to find out that they could be treated like this — legally! Goodwill posted an official reply to this video (because, of course) that basically says … oh, heck, you can read it yourself if you’d […]
Most of the press coverage of the protesting after the shooting of Mike Brown in Ferguson has centered around his character, personal issues, and a small number of looters rather than asking why people are mad. Much of the media is playing up the looting and rioting, ignoring the vast […]
Every year, 1 million mothers lose their babies within the first day of giving birth. And many of these tragic deaths could be prevented by the woman (and others like her) in this smart ad. The difference between 0:11 and 0:44 is everything. Warning: This video includes live birth footage […]
I know it’s a lot to ask for 24 minutes of your time, but this one is very much worth it. Paul Krugman and Bill Moyers talk about a new book that is hot, hot, hot: “Capital in the Twenty-First Century” by economist Thomas Piketty. I know what you’re thinking […]
There’s a myth about those who receive SNAP benefits (food stamps): that they’re living large off the taxpayers. Here’s a reality check from a veteran that will make you think long and hard. [<a href=”//storify.com/BrandonWeber/my-name-is-jason-i-m-a-35-yr-old-white-male-combat” target=”_blank”>View the story “My Name Is Jason, I’m A 35-Yr-Old White Male Combat Veteran…And I’m […]
There’s something special about shopping in a place where you can talk to the owner. We just can’t put our finger on it… Oh, wait… Yes, we can. Those places keep nearly twice as much money in the local economy. Read more: http://upworthy.com/why-you-should-shop-at-places-where-you-can-yell-at-the-owner
If you’re in the market for some value-priced asbestos, a pre-owned hand-mangler, or you just want to browse a large selection of conflict diamonds, HodgeCo is the spot. Guess what — they’re hiring! Read more: http://upworthy.com/take-a-look-at-this-man-if-he-is-your-boss-please-quit-immediately-5
Well hey there, Africa … almost didn’t recognize you! Parts of you look mighty different than I’ve been led to believe in the past — in a totally surprising and empowering way. And you know what? I hope everyone gets to see it, because if the young people in this […]
Franklin Delano Roosevelt laid out a Second Bill of Rights, or an Economic Bill of Rights, in 1944. Little did he know that 70 years later we’d still be fighting for what he knew this nation needed. Read more: http://upworthy.com/what-this-president-said-about-us-security-needs-to-be-tattooed-on-every-congresspersons-hand