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Human Rights
Zionism Violates the Principles at the Heart of Judaism
A new book tells the stories of personal transformation of Jews who rejected Zionism to reclaim Judaism.
Right-to-Counsel Programs Prevent Evictions
The Right to Counsel NYC Coalition says about 50 percent of evictions would be preventable with an attorney.
Israel Uses Animal Rights to Distract From War Crimes
Israel promotes its “vegan-friendly” army and animal rights record while Palestinians suffer.
Trump Blocks US From Appointing Anyone to UN Committee on Racism
After refusing to renominate human rights lawyer Gay McDougall, the Trump administration will send no one at all.
US Welcomes Fraudulent DRC President as a Strategic Ally
The Trump administration continues a long legacy of subverting Congolese democratic ambitions for U.S. interests.
After Israeli Election, We Need to Think Beyond Two-State Solution
The institutionalization of hate in Israeli politics is an open door to violence against Palestinians.
Trump Administration Wants to Use Social Media to Monitor Disabilities
People with disabilities are right to be worried about the implications of this proposal.
Ralph Nader Demands Boeing Recall Jets After Ethiopia Crash Kills His Niece
On Thursday, the first American lawsuit related to last month's devastating crash was filed against Boeing.
Chelsea Manning Again Takes Fall for Defending Public’s Right to Know
Democracy dies in darkness, indeed.
When Cities Shut the Water Off
When cities are bankrupted, punishing poor people becomes the new normal.