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Baghdad Kidnappings: American Civilians Work for US Defense on Iraq’s Special Forces Program
The question of using American contractors to train Iraq's special forces is in sharp focus.
Hillary Clinton’s Disingenuous Opposition to Real Health Care Reform
Here we go again. Hillary touting her long experience in government, claimed knowledge of health care, and ability to “get things done”.
iPhone Privacy in the US and the UK Threatened by Courts
A US district court judge ruled that citizens are not obliged to unlock their mobile phones if this means engaging in self-incrimination.
US-Trained Military Officials Face Prosecution for Dirty War Atrocities in Guatemala
Former Guatemalan military officials are facing prosecution, but when will the US government be held accountable?
Water Isn’t the Only Source of Lead Contamination in Flint
A marksmanship program at the high school in Flint also poses a risk of lead contamination.
Failed States and States of Failure: Headlines From the Future
“We Destroyed the Cities to Save Them” is just one possible headline from the future.
On the Corrupting Influence of Money in Politics, Bernie Sanders Is Dead Right
“Congress is owned by big money and refuses to do what the American people want them to do,” says Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Sexism Runs Rampant Among GOP Contenders in the 2016 Presidential Race
Republican candidates have mocked Hillary Clinton and Carly Fiorina, and accused them of playing the “gender card.”
“Gene-Editing” Produces GMOs That Must Be Regulated
The EU is considering the exclusion of gene-edited plants and animals from GM regulations.
Obama Administration Enables Billionaire Takeover of US Public Schools
The Feds are cheerleaders, as the Walmart Family, Reed Hastings and others are using billions to turn public schools into private charters.