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Sharif Abdel Kouddous: In Modern Egypt’s Bloodiest Period, “New Horrors Are Brought Every Day”
Mass violence continues in Egypt amidst the bloodiest period in the countryu2019s modern history.
Why Have New York Planned Parenthood and NOW Denounced Spitzer for New York City Comptroller?
Lynn Parramore: Despite his strong record on women's rights and reining in Wall Street, feminist organizations denounce Spitzer due to their close ties to Wall Street.
What The US and Russia Are Really Quarreling Over: Pipelines
For both countries, the Snowden affair is just another ho-hum spat in the greater imperial rivalry.
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Letting Tepco “Clean Up” Fukushima Is Like Letting a Murderer Do Brain Surgery on a VIP
Given their abysmal track record, top scientists and government officials say that Tepco should be removed from all efforts to stabilize Fukushima.
Climate Catastrophe Coming To a City Near You
A study by the Global Carbon Project says a continued increase in carbon dioxide emissions means the planet could see up to triple the maximum 2-degree target set by …
Lawsuit Challenges Plan to Log 150,000 Acres in Northern California
Three conservation groups filed a lawsuit today against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service for approving a 50-year plan by Fruit Growers Supply …
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Why Is the Tea Party Teaming Up With the Sierra Club?
This may seem strange to progressives, but it's actually indicative of a larger shift in the conservative movement.
Hundreds Dead as Egyptian Forces Commit 3rd Mass Killing of Pro-Morsi Demonstrators
Dozens of people have been reportedly killed in raids on two pro-Morsi encampments in Cairo.
Eric Holder’s Reforms to Minimum Drug Sentencing Don’t Address Structural Racism
Retired Veteran Police Officer Jack Cole: Holder falls short of addressing racist criminal justice system that has incarcerated more than 2 million Americans.
Texas Towns Frack Their Way To Drought Conditions
Antonia Juhasz: Fate of Texas is a reminder of the dangers of hydro-fracking techniques now embraced by President Obama.