E Pluribus Unum Opening Reception

Posted on September 15, 2012 by apologizetocharlotte

The opening reception for E Pluribus Unum, a fantastic political art exhibit, will take place tonight (9-15-12) from 6-10pm at the UNCC Center City building. Continue reading →

DNC Fundraising Hypocrisy

Posted on August 22, 2012 by apologizetocharlotte

Duke Energy CEO Jim Rogers and Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx

“The People’s Convention.”
“The most open and transparent convention in history.”

We have heard Democratic National Convention organizers recite these phrases ad nauseum. What exactly is it about this convention that makes it more open and transparent than conventions past? Continue reading →

Discussion: Duke and the DNC

Posted on August 14, 2012 by apologizetocharlotte

New Duke Energy logo
Courtesy of Greenpeace

Want to learn more about the connections between Duke Energy, CEO Jim Rogers and the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte? Continue reading →

Greenpeace Airship Occupies the Skies

Posted on August 2, 2012 by apologizetocharlotte

Activism took to the skies of Charlotte this morning, when Greenpeace launched their airship at Veterans Park. The airship is part of an ongoing effort to highlight Duke Energy’s use of dirty energy.

Attached to each side of the airship were banners reading “Don’t Raise Rates for Dirty Energy,” and “Cleaner is Cheaper.” Activists on the ground also laid out a message reading “We want affordable rates & clean air. Be a leader Duke.” Continue reading →