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South Sudanese Children Starving While Aid Falling Short
The malnutrition crisis comes amidst tumultuous domestic politics in South Sudan, resulting in fighting that has raged since December.
“Iraq Has Already Disintegrated”: ISIS Expands Stronghold as Leaks Expose US Doubts on Iraqi Forces
Iraq remains on the verge of splintering into three separate states as Sunni militants expand their stronghold in the north and west of Iraq.
Detroit Rallies Largest Turnout for Palestine in Years
There's a gap in communication between the African experience, the black experience, and the Arab experience.
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Mexican Farmers Oppose Expansion of Transgenic Crops
Mexico does not need transgenics.
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The Broken Promise to Shevardnadze
The foundering of the unique opportunity in 1990 to create a lasting peace in what President George H. W. Bush called a Europe whole and free was a tragedy.
Right-Wingers Advised to Invest in Water as Fracking in Drought Areas Prompts Activism
Some see this crisis in one of the essential needs for human life as an opportunity for profit.
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The Spanish Town Where People Come Before Profit
While Marinaleda has its flaws, it reminds us that alternative economic models are not only possible, they already exist.
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In Desegregation Case, Judge Blasts School Officials and Justice Department
A federal judge in Alabama says local school board has failed to meet legal mandate to integrate.
Israel’s Bombardment of Gaza: What Is Different This Time?
Israeli politicians have openly declared the entire Palestinian people to be the enemy, and radical right-wing Israelis have staged demonstrations calling for death to the Arabs.
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When the Pillars Fall: How Social Movements Can Win More Victories Like Same-Sex Marriage
The drive for marriage equality drew on a transformational vision.