Truthout
Interview
Who Is Kelcy Warren, the Texas Billionaire and Folk Music Fanatic Behind the Dakota Access Pipeline?
Described by Bloomberg as “among America's new shale tycoons,” Warren is personally worth $4 billion.
A Divided US: Sociologist Arlie Hochschild on the 2016 Presidential Election
Arlie Hochschild's five years in Louisiana led her to some surprising discoveries about the rise of Trump.
Voices From New York City’s Most Notorious Jail: Former Prisoners Speak Out About Abuse at Rikers Island
A new PBS documentary, “Rikers,” brings you face to face with men and women who have survived incarceration at New York City's largest and most notorious jail.
Five States Will Vote on Marijuana Legalization: Will They Stop Jailing Young People of Color Over Weed?
After next week's election, marijuana could be legal for medical or recreational use in 29 states.
Why Police From Different States Invaded a Standing Rock Camp — and Other Questions
To clear the way for a pipeline, North Dakota invoked a measure reserved for state emergencies like natural disasters. That's one answer.
We’re Not Helping Our Kids by Keeping the Deficit Down
CounterSpin interview with Dean Baker on the debt boogeyman.
Fighting at Standing Rock With AIM Founder Dennis Banks
A historic gathering is taking place against the Dakota Access pipeline at Standing Rock.
The October Surprise: Michael Isikoff on the FBI’s Clinton Email Investigation That Could Jolt Race
FBI Director James Comey notified congressional leaders that the agency had discovered more of Clinton's emails.
Did Dakota Access Security Worker Wielding an Assault Rifle Try to Infiltrate Native Water Protectors?
Amnesty International dispatched human rights observers to North Dakota to monitor ongoing repression of Natives.
How Republicans Game the Concept of Democracy Through Disenfranchisement
Voter disenfranchisement is just one of the techniques Republicans have employed to undermine democracy.