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Democrats Wrap Up Occupation of House, Continue Embrace of Bush National Security Policies
Democratic lawmakers ended their more than 24-hour sit-in on the House floor Thursday.
Exporting the Tools of Repression: An Interview With Professor Michael T. Klare
Even under President Obama, we've seen a huge increase in US counterterror operations worldwide, often using advanced military capabilities like drone strikes.
Family of Slain Chilean Folk Singer Victor Jara Finally Get Their Date in US Court
With the trial now in the hands of a deliberating jury, a verdict is expected early this week.
Obama and Wall Street Push for Passage of TPP During “Lame Duck” Session
President Obama, Wall Street and the corporations are pushing for a vote in Congress in the “lame duck” congressional session.
How NRA Dark Money Impedes Gun Control Reform
It really shouldn't come as any surprise that our lawmakers won't pass popular gun control legislation.
Juan González to the Bernie or Bust Movement: Don’t Repeat Mistakes That Elected Nixon
Thousands gathered over the weekend in Chicago for “The People's Summit.”
“Our Dreams Don’t Fit on Your Ballots”: Naomi Klein on Next Steps for Pro-Bernie Sanders Movement
At the People's Summit in Chicago, Naomi Klein praises Bernie Sanders for reshaping the debate over neoliberalism.
How a Utah County Silenced Native American Voters — and How Navajos Are Fighting Back
A series of lawsuits could help counteract decades of racist practices.
As United Kingdom Mourns MP Jo Cox, Her Killer Is Linked to White Supremacy Groups
Britain is in a state of mourning after a rising star in the British Parliament died Thursday.
Democratic Gun Control Filibuster Leaves Advocates Skeptical: “We Could Be Asking for a Lot More”
Senate Democrats took the chamber floor for a nearly 15-hour filibuster for stricter gun control legislation.