Truthout
Op-Ed
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Are We Living in a Historic Moment for Criminal Justice Reform?
We have a truly unique opportunity to rewrite the rules of criminal justice and transform the manner in which we view prisoners.
A Fight Worth Fighting: Waste Incineration in Puerto Rico
The people of Puerto Rico must confront yet another threat.
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Worker Safety Before Profits
This case is being called the largest settlement in California criminal prosecution history for felony workplace safety violations.
On Building Armies (and Watching Them Fail)
Andrew Bacevich traces the sorry history of US nation- and army-building from the battlefields of Vietnam to the festering wars of today.
Fighting Racism From the USDA, Black Farmers Gain Power Through Co-ops
A network of agricultural co-ops led by Black family farmers across the Deep South are fighting racist USDA policies.
The Democratic Debate: A Brief Field Guide
Will a policy discussion break out in the Democratic presidential debate tonight?
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Is the Digital Revolution Sowing the Seeds of a Techno-Fascist Future?
The widespread benefits of the digital revolution are hiding the totalitarian potential of an electronically connected world.
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As Confederate Flags Fall, Columbus Statues Stand Tall
Columbus statues continue to stand tall as enduring symbols of racism beyond the reach of change.
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Getting the Export-Import Bank to Pay Dividends
If we have to give handouts to big corporations, it seems reasonable to put some conditions on the cash.
A Tale of Two Food Prizes
What's in a prize? The politics of distribution versus growth.