Truthout
Op-Ed
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Political Prophecies: Sealing the Fate of al-Aqsa
Israel's decision to shut down al-Aqsa Mosque on Thursday, 30 October, is not just a gross violation of the religious rights of Palestinian Muslims.
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What Are Men Doing to Challenge and Stop Gender Violence?
Addressing domestic violence and other forms of gender violence need to be seen not just as a women's issue.
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What Could Possibly Go Right? Four Months Into Iraq War 3.0, the Cracks Are Showing
The Pentagon has laid down its cards and they are clear enough: the White House is mismanaging the war.
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Performance-Based Education Budgeting Fails the Test
Performance or outcomes-based budgeting will not advance the goals of higher education.
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When Bullies Win: How Do Weary US Citizens Face the Post-Election Trauma?
The future promises a great deal of bullying, pushing and shoving. Can we keep on, bruised and bloodied?
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Dean Baker | Election Results Indicate Huge Mandate for New Trade Pacts
The leaders of both political parties are in cahoots on the trade deals and the route for pushing them through Congress.
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The Case for Closing Down Women’s Prisons
Women are disproportionately affected by a prison system designed for men.
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Time to Say Goodbye to Judicial Overreach
The Supreme Court has turned the US from a republic into a Constitutional monarchy.
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Rebuilding Gaza Needs Freedom and Normality, Not Just Aid
Life in Gaza cannot be rebuilt with cement and cash handouts.
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A Win for Systemic Reform to Improve Indigent Defense
The Hurrell-Harring case builds on state and local reforms designed to create a more fair and rational justice system.