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As in Libya, Avaaz Campaigned for Syria No-Fly Zone That Even Top Generals Opposed
The New York City-based Avaaz is easily the most influential Internet-based advocacy organization.
Wrestling With Angels: Walidah Imarisha on Harm and Accountability
Author Walidah Imarisha discusses her new book and her commitment to grappling with the need for prison abolition.
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Maya Schenwar | When Prison Reform Means Prison Expansion
Although “prison reform” is gaining steam in progressive and conservative circles alike, it doesn't always look like progress.
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Sadistic Capitalism: Six Urgent Matters for Humanity in Global Crisis
This current crisis of global capitalism is not the same as earlier structural crises. This one is fast becoming sadistic.
The Panama Papers, Bail-Ins and the Push to Go Cashless
It seems a war on cash is being waged, not to stimulate the economy, but to save the lucrative private banking scheme at all costs.
Make Trump Great Again! Taking “The Donald” to Toddler Town
Frida Berrigan wonders how to explain Trump to her children, only to realize that her children should actually explain the world to Trump.
Peru Aims to Ratify Trans-Pacific Partnership Amid Protests
The signing of the TPP kindled a vigorous debate on the merits of international trade for the United States and Peru as well.
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Portland Tenants Rally for Rent Control and a Halt to Evictions
Activists demand that solutions be enough to tip the balance of power in favor of renters and brings rent control back to Oregon.
Dahr Jamail | Global Fisheries Are Collapsing — What Happens When There Are No Fish Left?
Climate change and pollution are rendering oceans increasingly lifeless. What happens if there are no more fish in the sea?
Monsanto’s Evil Twin: Disturbing Facts About the Fertilizer Industry
What do you know about the worldwide chemical fertilizer industry? If you're like most people, not much.