Truthout
Op-Ed
Chuck Grassley Is Downplaying His Anti-Abortion Extremism to Win Reelection
The senator’s vow to oppose a federal 15-week limit on abortions does not mean he will defend reproductive rights.
Without Ending Deadly Sanctions on Iran, There Can Be No “Woman, Life, Freedom”
The domestic economic policies in Iran are compounded by sanctions against the country, which hurt the most vulnerable.
The NFL Can Save Football and Preserve Players’ Health With This One Simple Fix
The NFL has fumbled on preventing concussions and protecting players’ health. It’s time to transition to flag football.
Ketanji Brown Jackson Cleverly Turned the Right’s Own Judicial Theory Against It
Jackson used "originalism" against the right's "race-neutral" voting theory in oral arguments on "Merrill v. Milligan."
Biden’s National Security Strategy Is a Defense of US Domination, Not Democracy
Biden’s new imperial plan is not in the interest of the world's people.
Building “Feminist Jails” Ignores a Larger Problem
A reformist approach to women’s incarceration places responsibility of reform on the individual, not the institution.
Manchin Helped to Impoverish 4 Million Children When He Killed Child Tax Credit
Working people don't stand a chance in a nation that despises the poor and caters to those with power.
Rush to Mine Electric Vehicle Battery Elements Threatens People and Ecosystems
The race to electrify personal vehicles may fuel ecological degradation, geopolitical tensions and military conflict.
Racism, Lies and Hypocrisy Are Now Seen as Electable Qualities in GOP Candidates
From Trump’s racist attacks to Herschel Walker’s lies, the GOP is remaking itself as a party where truly anything goes.
Ukraine Isn’t the Only Place Nuclear War Could Threaten to Erupt
The U.S. and China must initiate diplomatic talks focused on preventing nuclear escalation over Taiwan.