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Dark Money Corruption of Democracy Forces Climate Change Direct Action and Mass Mobilization
Seventeen critical years after the Kyoto Protocol signing, climate activists have come to realize that when our governments are bought and sold, policy shifts must begin in the streets.
Three Chilean Ex-Army Officials Charged in the Murder Case of Legendary Folk Singer Victor Jara
The long call for justice in the murder case of Chilean folk singer Victor Jara took another dramatic turn last week when three former army officials were indicted for …
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Booze or Pot? No Question Which Substance Is More Harmful to Health
Why is marijuana a schedule I controlled substance when all the objective evidence yields the conclusion it is far safer than alcohol?
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Why We Need to Prosecute Our Torturers
Just when you thought Republicans couldn't sink any lower, they ask Dick Cheney, the guy who screwed up Iraq, for advice on how to fix Iraq.
Between the Peacekeepers and the Protesters in Ferguson
In Ferguson, those who are trying to keep the peace are in conflict with those who want to see justice for Michael Brown and their community.
ISIS War Needs to Be Debated in Congress and the UN Security Council
It is not surprising that President Obama has been able to send 1,200 soldiers back to Iraq.
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Does California’s “Kill Switch” Bill for Smartphones Risk Privacy for Personal Safety?
California has made the kill switch feature mandatory for all smartphones sold in California starting next year.
Ukraine Conflict: Red Meat for Anemic NATO Alliance
As Ukraine was talking peace with its pro-Russian rebels, NATO leaders were talking war with Russia.
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“Fight for 15” Gets Into the Ring With Taco Bell
Peaceful protesters took the “Fight for 15” directly to the fast food giant Taco Bell, calling on workers to walk off the job.
Railroad Conductor: “Railroading Has Changed So Much“
Brian Lewis speaks about his job as a Union Pacific Railroad conductor, which he has just retired from after 36 years in the industry.