Truthout
Human Rights
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William Rivers Pitt | “Concealed Carry” Magazine and a Plea to Reason
Being a gun owner is one thing, but looking the other way when thousands die upon the barrel every year is something else altogether.
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Our “Merciful” Ending to the “Good War”: Or, How Patriotism Means Never Having to Say You’re Sorry
Seventy years later, and we seem farther than ever from a rejection of the idea that launching atomic warfare on Japanese civilian populations was an act of mercy.
Are Journalists and Activists Safe Anywhere in Mexico? Protests Erupt Over Killing of Five in Mexico City
In Mexico City, thousands of protesters are continuing to denounce the murder of photojournalist Ruben Espinosa.
Japan’s “Sacred” Rice Farmers Brace for Pacific Trade Deal’s Death Sentence
Japanese rice farmers fear the Trans Pacific Partnership will disrupt their livelihood.
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Pro-Choice for Christ
The Religious Institute is a multi-faith organization that advocates for sexual health and education.
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Trans Liberation Doesn’t Come From a Military Uniform
The mainstream LGBT movement is eyeing transgender military inclusion as the next goal, but true liberation looks like something else.
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Family Detention Social Worker Speaks Out
Olivia Lopez shares an inside perspective of troubling operations at the Karnes County Residential Center.
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Sandra Bland Was Killed for Standing Up to State Power
We interrupt our summer break to #SayHerName and to honor #SandraBland.
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Ordinary Hero: Jerry Berrigan Cared a Whole Awful Lot
Jerry Berrigan lived and died in grace and service to his fellow souls.
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We Gon’ Be Alright: Black Love, Black Resistance and Black Liberation
At this month's convening of the Movement for Black Lives in Cleveland, we experienced the power of Black people coming together.