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Trump’s Muslim Ban Shows That Those in Power Have Failed to Learn the Lessons of History
Trump's ban is far from the first time government has used veiled semantics to discriminate against immigrant groups.
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Shutting Down Milo’s Talk at Berkeley: Thoughts on Hate Speech, Protest and Masks
Anti-fascist protests have taken on a new urgency under the whites-only agenda of Trump supporters.
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From Cheney to the CIA, the Enemies of Our Enemy Are Not Automatically Our Friends
It's a time to remember who our adversaries are, but also to cherish our friends.
Are We as Innocent as We Think?
In the least, Trump's brashness should force Americans to take a harder look at who they are and what is done in their name.
“The Only Acceptable Immigrant”: Some Historical Perspective for the Fearful and Hard-Hearted
That we in the US have a limited historical memory is something that is widely and tacitly acknowledged.
Take Emergency Action in Solidarity With Standing Rock Today
The Indigenous Coalition of Standing Rock is calling on us to rally today in an international day of emergency actions.
Two Pennsylvania University Presidents Hypocritically Endorse DACA, While Rejecting Sanctuary Campus Status
Two of Pennsylvania's biggest universities are playing both sides, endorsing DACA but rejecting the sanctuary campus designation.
How Corporate Dark Money Is Taking Power on Both Sides of the Atlantic
A secretive network of business lobbyists has long held sway in US politics. Now their allies in the UK government are planning a Brexit that plays into their hands.
From “Animal Farm” to “America Farm”
The dream, however, had always teetered on an uneasy balance.
Trump Is Proving the Rich Aren’t Necessarily Insightful
Trump may provide irrefutable evidence to the country that being rich doesn't mean a person has any great insight.