Truthout
Menu
Social Media
Sections
© 2026 Truthout
Politics & Elections
Washington in the Rain
I walk this imperial capital looking for War Memorials
Nuclear Weapons: Making Us Feel Secure by Threatening Armageddon
“We prepare for our extinction in order to assure our survival.”
How the United States Economically and Politically Strangled Puerto Rico
At its height, the Pentagon controlled 13 percent of Puerto Rico's land and operated five atomic missile bases.
The Left Matters – Now, More Than Ever
Clearly, the left matters. Why, then, is it so difficult for progressives to get a seat at the table?
The High Cost of Low Taxes
Californians are paying for tax cuts made years ago through outrageously high fines.
A Robin Hood Tax to Pay for College for All
College students currently face more than $1.2 trillion in debt.
Drone Warriors and Warfare: The Shortcomings of Washington Policy Recommendations
Work to ultimately abolish lethal drones worldwide.
The Buck Stops Elsewhere: How Corporate Power Trumps Politics
Globalisation has brought us to a situation where we have a regulatory vacuum u2013 global regulation is practically non-existent.
Ralph Nader on Bernie Sanders’ Presidential Bid and His Unanswered Letters to the White House
We discuss Sanders' plans with former presidential candidate, Ralph Nader.
Elizabeth Warren’s Trade Deal Fears Confirmed: Canada Uses NAFTA to Challenge Volcker Rule
In her attacks on Obama's pending trade deals, Elizabeth Warren has argued that could undermine US financial regulations like Dodd Frank.