Abby Martin talks with economist and editor Steinar Bjornsson of "News of Iceland" about Iceland's peaceful revolution about how the people of the island-nation in the Atlantic changed the system through non-violent dissent.
All about Iceland
(IcelandAir) Thora Karitas hosts an entertaining and informative documentary about Iceland -- the capital Reykjavik, its surrounding countryside, and its natural wonders. This island country between Greenland and Ireland is different from all other countries. Visiting is an experience that combines luxury and natural wonders, extreme forces and, of course, a lot of modernity.
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