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The Climate Crisis Is Already Here — but No One’s Telling Us
The media largely relegate the greatest challenge facing humanity to footnotes as industry and politicians hurtle us towards systemic collapse of the planet.
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Working-Class Militancy in the Global South
A profound movement is emerging among workers in developing countries, demanding radical action on grievances outside the system of established unions.
How Labor’s Decline Opened Door to Billionaire Trump as “Savior” of US Workers
How has Trump managed to attract substantial support among a demographic that makes up the base of industrial unionism?
Milwaukee’s War on Black People
Sheriff David Clarke is declaring war on the black youth his city has failed.
Facing Terrorist Threats From Right-Wing Bigots, New York Muslim Community Sues
To thwart right-wing threats, a Muslim village in New York is deploying a law created to protect abortion clinics.
The Shameful Foundation of the Clintons’ Power
The Clinton Foundation gives its founders a humanitarian facade to brag about — while also enabling their steady accumulation of power and money, writes Eric Ruder.
Emerging Feminisms, Ideological Abolition: Divesting Ideas (Not Just Money) From the Prison
In a way, both the university and the prison are sites that cultivate either value or disposability in people.
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Peruvian Farmer Takes Stand Against Gold-Mining Corporation: “I Will Never Give Up My Land“
A team of engineers from Yanacocha came to our property to evict us, claiming we were not legitimate owners.
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Solitary for Suicide Attempts: The Brutal Punishment of Chelsea Manning
Possible solitary punishment for a suicide attempt is likely to exacerbate mental health issues for Chelsea Manning.
Maya Schenwar on the DOJ Ending Use of Private Prisons: Will Decarceration Follow?
Truthout's Maya Schenwar says the announcement won't affect federal immigration detention centers or state prisons.