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April 2008
- Olympic Protesters Zero In on Sponsors
  
  newser | Guardian (UK) | Apr 23, 08 8:42 AM CDT
  
  As the Beijing Olympics approach, advocates for a free Tibet and peace in Darfur are trying to hit the Games where it hurts: in the wallet. A coalition of groups has been petitioning the corporations that are sponsoring this year's Olympics to press China on their behalf. The strategy seems to be having at least modest success, writes the Guardian . More »
  
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  China • 2008 Beijing Olympics • Tibet • Darfur • torch relay • George Clooney • Coca Cola • Omega • corporate sponsorship
March 2008
- Tables Turn on Rebel Festival
  
  newser | Wall Street Journal | Mar 14, 08 2:20 PM CDT
  
  The South by Southwest musical festival finds itself in an odd spot—the once-tiny gathering is now the big bad authority figure as it tries to keep others from horning in on its success, the Wall Street Journal reports. Festival organizers routinely call the police, revoke privileges, and file lawsuits as they try to shut down the loads of unsanctioned parties and concerts that spring up on the fringes of the 5-day festival in Austin, Texas. More »
  
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  rock and roll • indie rock • music festival • South by Southwest • corporate sponsorship • festivals

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