Author Archives: Shawn Vulliez

Social Justice Synonyms #3: “Classy” and “Poor”

Filed under Capitalism & Class, Social Justice Synonyms   ·   October 10th, 2014   ·   6 comments
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Welcome to the third segment of Social Justice Synonyms, a column at The Talon that encourages inclusive, peaceful dialogue, and discourages oppressive and discriminatory language. Today’s words are classy and poor. Classy may seem innocuous at first. We compliment our friends for looking classy when they are dressed up. We attach the word “classy” to […]

The Youth Rise Up Manifesto

Filed under Activism, Capitalism & Class, Vancouver Politics   ·   October 3rd, 2014   ·   2 comments
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Note: This piece was written and submitted by a group of individuals who are all involved with the Coalition of Progressive Electors. Ilana Shecter and Talon editor Urooba Jamal are COPE candidates in the upcoming election. Alex M, also a Talon editor, is on the COPE Executive Committee. Roshak Momtahen and Shawn Vulliez are active […]