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Those Impacted by Colonialism Speak Out on the US’s Legacy of Family Separation
The crying children at the border are the latest victims of the crime of Indigenous genocide that began in 1492.
Newly Unearthed FBI File Exposes Targeting of Folk Singer Dave Van Ronk
Files on the late musician offer a disturbing window into the US's long tradition of political suppression.
Prosecutors Drop All Remaining Charges Against Trump Inauguration Protesters
The government initially charged the protesters with felony rioting, but only secured one guilty plea.
How “Roe v. Wade” Changed the Lives of American Women
The future depends in large part on efforts at the state and federal level to protect abortion access.
Emmanuel Macron’s “Extreme Centrism” Is a Threat to Democracy
Macron’s own relationship to democracy has often contradicted his lofty rhetoric.
Women in Asia Are Confronting Fracking in the US to Eliminate Plastic Byproducts
The burden of plastic disposal is put on people in Asia.
Black Athletes Have Been Involved in the Political Struggle From the Beginning
A CounterSpin interview with Howard Bryant on Black athletes and activism.
Two Weeks After “Ending” Family Separation, Parents Still Can’t Contact Their Children
Parents held in immigration detention say the phones barely work to speak to their children.
What Can We Expect From Trump on Morocco’s Occupation of Western Sahara?
Bolton's strong distaste for Morocco and its policies may influence Trump to take a more critical stance.
How Liberal Partisan Politics Strengthen the Right Wing
Although using a different language, liberals have created, perpetuated and inflicted the same brutal agenda.