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Mass Incarceration: As Legislative Season Ends, Where Are the Broad Reforms?
The mushrooming prison population is a political ticking time bomb.
Transnational Perceptions and Corporate Greed: Behind the Tía María Mine Protests
The citizens of Peru are taking a stand against the development of an open pit copper mine.
In Argentina and Mexico, “Not One Less” Means Every Woman’s Life Matters
In Argentina, they are saying, “Ni una menos,” not one less female, because every woman and girl's life matters.
News for Peace Advocates: AIPAC Crushed in House Trade Vote
How powerful is AIPAC in Washington really?
Can the Radical Left Become Relevant in Europe?
The rise of Syriza and Podemos shows that the radical left is still alive, but can these reformist parties seriously challenge European neoliberalism?
Grand Bargain Is Not So Grand
The US has also placed all NATO countries plus Australia, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan under its “nuclear umbrella.”
Feds Favor Private Over Public Housing Investment, Leaving Millions Out in Cold
“Affordable” housing is not within reach for the poorest.
Elizabeth Warren Lays Out Higher Education Vision: Students Must Have “Debt-Free Option“
Colleges must stop wasting taxpayer money.
Turkey Votes for Change, but Don’t Expect the Erdoğan Power Drive to End
The international implications of this domestic uncertainty are more long term.
Expelled for Life: A Palestinian Family’s Struggle to Stay on Their Land
“Why did they take our home?” Laith, who is just 6 years old, asked.