Truthout
Politics & Elections
The History of Black Protest and the Hypocrisy of Stephen A. Smith
Colin Kaepernick is not a novelty. Far from an anomaly, he is part of a storied history of Black political protest.
Let’s Face It: There Is No Moderate GOP
In reality, the GOP and its president-elect share similar views.
Will Trump Roll Back Efforts to Normalize Relations Between Havana and Washington?
Trump has vowed to withdraw from diplomatic relations if he believes his new demands go unmet in the future.
It Costs New York City Taxpayers $1 Million a Day to Protect Tax Dodger Donald Trump
The irony is unbearable.
How Does It Feel to Be Brown and Latina in Trump’s US?
I feel sad because everything around feels fragile and unstable, and I have no answers, no strength right now.
Small Retailers Face Threats at Every Turn
Sky high rents and Amazon top a long list of hurdles in the battle for survival.
What Does Trump’s $25 Million Fraud Settlement Mean?
Last week, president-elect Donald Trump settled the pending Trump University case to the tune of $25 million.
Bernie Sanders Is Not Giving Up on Positive Change Because of an Election
Bernie Sanders isn't giving up, and he exhorts those who believe in a just, equitable US to continue the struggle.
Fighting Trump: The Sanctuary Campus Movement and Local Points of Resistance
We must support grassroots organizations and focus on state and local points of resistance to the Trump agenda.
Don’t Let Donald Trump Speak for You
Donald Trump said he'd speak for the people, but it's billionaires and bigots who are getting heard.