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Iraq’s Vote to Kick Out US Troops Reflects Growing Anti-Imperialist Movement
The rising violence between the U.S. and Iran inside Iraq threatens Iraqis' dreams of a better future.
Here’s What Workers of the Global South Endure to Create Corporate Wealth
The cheaper the wages of the workers in the Global South, the greater the gross profit margins of corporations.
Humanity Can’t Recycle Its Way Out of Consumption Problems
The documentary “The Story of Plastic” points the finger at the fossil fuel industry for our plastic pollution crisis.
IRS Crackdown on Deduction Scam Is Failing. It’s Costing the Treasury Billions.
A much-abused deduction exploited by wealthy investors has generated nearly $2 billion in improper tax write-offs.
How Economists Tricked Us Into Thinking Capitalism Works
Our species has survived through caring and sharing, not competing in markets as economists claim.
Thousands Take to Streets Across US to Protest Trump’s March to War Against Iran
“Nobody wins in this war except defense contractors.”
Lawmakers Take on Senior Care-Home Operators for Wage Theft and Worker Abuse
Revelations of exploitation of caregivers in America’s senior care-home industry have prompted tougher oversight.
An Eyewitness to the Horrors of the US “Forever Wars” Speaks Out
A co-founder of Voices for Creative Nonviolence reflects on her experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Groundbreaking Study Links Human-Caused Climate Change to Global Daily Weather
“Weather when considered globally is now in uncharted territory,” according to the newly published research.
To Survive Climate Catastrophe, Look to Queer and Disabled Folks
The history of disabled queer and trans people has continually been one of creative problem-solving.