As we approach 20 years since Jordan died I’d like to share this poem written by Kimberly Mata-Rubio, mother of 10-year-old Lexi Rubio who was killed in the Uvalde massacre in 2022. Some words from Jordan’s friends. I think about him all the time, and I know many of my friends do as well. Of… Continue reading It is 20 years since Jordan died…
It is 10 years since Jordan died…
On December 7th, 2013 a group of Jordan’s closest family and friends met for dinner at El Quijote in Chelsea, NYC to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Jordan’s death. I had been avoiding eating there while living in the city for the past nine and a half years, since that was where we had our… Continue reading It is 10 years since Jordan died…
Punk rock song for Jordan
I grew up with Jordan and we were in and out of each others lives, taking very different paths but often winding up in the same places. I wrote this song with him in my heart, and I’d like to share it with you. http://bigattack.bandcamp.com/track/cold-hearts Russell Golden Cold Hearts Sometimes you gotta do what’s right… Continue reading Punk rock song for Jordan
We Laughed at Danger (and Broke All the Rules)
Memorial piece for Jordan Feder, who died immediately following the Miami police state. A beautiful piece written by a friend and fellow fighter. author: Pete Spina, contributed by dadanarchist 9 January 2004 It is November 23, 2003. At around 11 p.m. we load into our van, ready to leave Johnston Memorial Hospital in Smithfield, North… Continue reading We Laughed at Danger (and Broke All the Rules)
Police violence at Miami FTAA protest
Mayor says repression was a “model for homeland security” By Jennifer Van Bergen 26 November 2003 Tens of thousands of demonstrators who came to Miami last week to protest the Free Trade Agreement of the Americas (FTAA) ministerial meetings met with police harassment, provocation, and brutality. More than 100 protesters were treated for injuries, 12… Continue reading Police violence at Miami FTAA protest
a guestbook entry
Matt Sept 28, 2004 Hey, just wanted to say what’s up. I am kind of lost in terms of my direction in life. Like you, I tried the SEIU Wave program. Got placed in Ohio. It was actually a very short time after you left, and some of the people out there knew you. It… Continue reading a guestbook entry
All the original guestbook entries are now up
http://jordanfeder.com/guestbook/
For Jordan’s Family
If there was a cause to be fought His voice would be heard When others more influential Wouldn’t utter a word If there was a child to be saved Or a head that needed a shoulder He would be there in a hurry He had a soul of someone wiser; older I had not met… Continue reading For Jordan’s Family
Letter from Michael Kreps – Jordan’s Scholarship is established
November 30, 2003 Hello Alan and Michele – We were shocked to learn about Jordan. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family. Jordan spoke about what he believed in and was not one to stand along the sidelines. I recall articles in the Towerlight about living wages for the cleaning staff at Towson, and… Continue reading Letter from Michael Kreps – Jordan’s Scholarship is established
Letter from Two/Ten Footwear Foundation Scholarship Director, Cathy Nelson
April 2004 I was breathless when I read your letter notifying me of Jordan’s death. Words seems so inadequate at this time, but I wanted to send you this letter expressing my deepest sympathy and let you know how honored I am to have had the opportunity to be a small part of his life.… Continue reading Letter from Two/Ten Footwear Foundation Scholarship Director, Cathy Nelson