Adam Cornford

Oakland, CA

I'm a (widely published) poet, essayist, journalist, and critic. Today I make my living as a scribe for hire, mostly working for nonprofits. Until my small progressive college died in 2008 because of its leaders' folly and arrogance, eerily similar to those that rule corporate America, I was a professor of English, writing, and drama. I love teaching and opening minds, including my own.

Politically I am a pro-labor small-d democrat who believes that true democracy in both political and economic realms is the only form of society compatible with ecological sustainability and human progress. This means getting over our religious and authoritarian hangups and facing reality. Neither God nor charismatic leaders will save us. We hold the future of our planet in our hands and must individually and socially take on that responsibility. Now is not the time for cautious measures. It is a time for deep transformation.

http://www.precision-english.com

Adam signed the petition | about 3 hours ago

Liberate Brindi - The dog held hostage for more than 3 years at a Halifax Pound!
Adam commented on the petition | about 13 hours ago

Google: Don't Sponsor Bigotry

Google, what the hell do you think you're doing?
Adam signed the petition | about 14 hours ago

Google: Don't Sponsor Bigotry
Adam signed the petition | about 16 hours ago

CEO, Ports of Auckland Limited: Negotiate with POAL workers to achieve secure jobs.
Adam commented on the petition | 9 days ago

Apple: Protect Workers Making iPhones in Chinese Factories

The exploitative and brutal treatment of workers by Apple subcontractors in China is unconscionable. At Foxxpro, it has led to mental and physical breakdown and multiple suicides. "Think different", Apple? How about "Act decent"!
Adam signed the petition | 9 days ago

Apple: Protect Workers Making iPhones in Chinese Factories
Adam commented on the petition | 16 days ago

Improve Conditions at Ventura Youth Correctional Facility

I've been a teacher and youth worker for much of my life. The California Youth Prison System is a disgrace. Clean it up and rehabilitate these young people. We're watching. The days of impunity are over.
Adam signed the petition | 16 days ago

Improve Conditions at Ventura Youth Correctional Facility
Adam commented on the petition | 17 days ago

Tell Sallie Mae: Stop the Unemployment Penalty

My son is a recipient of college loans from Sallie Mae. He has managed to stay employed most of the time since graduation last year but the economy is still precarious. This fine for being jobless when young adult unemployment is 20% or more is vicious, grotesque, and inexcusable.
Adam signed the petition | 17 days ago

Tell Sallie Mae: Stop the Unemployment Penalty