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The Punishment Paradigm: Two New Books Take on Prison, Race and History
Two works by young scholars of color bring fresh perspectives to the history of mass incarceration and the rise of debtors' prisons.
Novel Charts One Man’s Efforts to Stop Climate Change
Pity the poor, middle-aged curmudgeon whose life did not turn out as expected.
An End of Power? The Weakening of the Transnational Ruling Class
Moises Naim's argument that we need to attend to shifts in how power operates is right, but he is wrong in claiming power no longer exists.
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Celebrating Lesbian Vampires: City Lights Books Releases Anniversary Edition of “The Gilda Stories“
Jewelle Gomez spoke to Truthout about her life, the writing process — and lesbian vampires.
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Story of Incarcerated Teen Shows Injustice of Juvenile Imprisonment
Jean Trounstine's gripping account of a teenage boy's crime, punishment and life after prison is tragic and illuminating.
The Chomsky Anthology of Dissent: Twenty-Four Years of Challenging US Hegemony
“The Chomsky Collection” adds much needed insight to this ongoing narrative.
Could Sanders’ Social Justice Ideas Really Work? Take a Look at These Places
In his new film, Michael Moore shows us what free college and healthcare looks like.
War: Still Good for Absolutely Nothing
Iraq war veteran Tomas Young's biography critiques war and a medical establishment that is dismissive of disabled people.
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A West Coast Battle Over Big Money in Politics
The film Nat Bates for Mayor provides a reminder of the stakes involved in a key left coast battle against big money in politics.
There’s a Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy Afoot, Fueled by Dark Money
Conspiracy theorists can breathe a sigh of relief. Turns out, there is a vast plot afoot.