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The Pro-Life Movement: Reframing “Life” to Suit Their Agenda
What “life” are those claiming the “pro-life” label actually protecting?
The Fear of Homegrown Terror Is Breeding Repression in the UK
In the name of fighting terror, the UK is enlisting public sector workers to scrutinize neighbors for signs of radicalization.
Despite Uptick in Prisoner Release, Injustices Persist at Guantanamo
Rather than seeking true accountability, military commissions have served to protect US government secrets during the war on terror.
Why Are China’s Rich So Eager to Exit?
In China, political leaders and the filthy rich often turn out to be the same people.
Whither Public Education?
The author presents a critique of neoconservative education policy, arguing it is based on three fallacies.
Shift on Too-Big-to-Fail Bank Supervision Rebukes New York Fed
The Wall Street Journal has published an important account of a behind-the-scenes power struggle at the Federal Reserve over authority for regulation.
The Long History of Israel Gaming the “Iranian Threat“
Netanyahu's speech continues a long tradition in Israeli politics of demonizing Iran to advance domestic and foreign policy interests.
Climate Change Poses Serious Threats to Food Distribution
By now there has been a steady stream of news about climate change's impacts on food production.
I Wish I Was in Dixie? Culture, Planning and the Future of the Southern “Boom“
Polycentric cities will continue to grow, and they will continue to attract new residents-for now.
Early Warning Signs in United Arab Emirates Indicate Troubling Crisis Over Press Freedoms
UAE leaders have become more aggressive in arresting people for expressing their opinions.