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America’s Black-Ops Blackout: Unraveling the Secrets of the Military’s Secret Military
Despite the lack of official cooperation, an analysis reveals the US Special Operations Command to be a command on the make with an already sprawling reach.
“Drugs Aren’t the Problem”: Neuroscientist Carl Hart on Brain Science and Myths About Addiction
As DN! continues its conversation on the nationwide shift toward liberalizing drug laws, the program is joined by the groundbreaking neuropsychopharmacologist Dr. Carl Hart.
Rethinking Marijuana: As Colorado Opens World’s First Pot Retail Stores, NY to Allow Medical Usage
New York state is poised to become the latest state to loosen restrictions on marijuana usage. The governor's surprise reversal on medical marijuana is part of a nationwide shift …
Frigid “Polar Vortex” Puts Homeless in Extreme Danger
Adam Schneider: Cities have taken action to house their homeless populations in face of record cold temperatures but fail to prevent and end homelessness.
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What “American Hustle” Doesn’t Tell You About ABSCAM
For Arab Americans, this was the story of ABSCAM. It was an “American Hustle” to be sure, but one that was profoundly hurtful to an entire culture.
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The Return of Bill Bratton and the Silencing of a Movement
“We say NO to the status quo. Bill Bratton has got to go!”
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Unleashing Automated Dogs of Wars and Executions
How many more innocent people will be needlessly butchered by these savage mechanized dogs of assassinations?
GAP Statement on Edward Snowden and NSA Domestic Surveillance
In June 2013, the American public learned conclusively about the wholesale surveillance of virtually all Americans through secretive programs by the NSA that continue to be implemented today.
Spirit of MLK Launches Worldwide Wave of Action
If we begin preparing now, a massive Spring offensive will lead to a Summer of transformation, a Fall of the empire and the birth of a new era.
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Public Sector Unions Win When They Preach “Tax the Rich“
Washington's much-hyped federal budget deal offers little relief for public employees.