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Are Neocons an Existential Threat?
The neocons have remained immune from the consequences of their catastrophes, but are they a force that can coexist with the American Republic?

Obama’s Geopolitical Strategy for Containing China
Might Obama's global policies actually extend the “American century” deep into the 21st century?

Henry A. Giroux | Political Frauds and the Ghost of Totalitarianism
Calling Donald Trump a fascist is not enough. We must show the seeds of totalitarianism in his discourse and policy measures.

Operation Naked King: Secret DEA Sting in Bolivia Confirms Evo Morales’ Fears About US Meddling
The US government has secretly targeted Bolivian President Evo Morales with a drug sting.

Socialist Jeremy Corbyn Elected as UK Labour Leader on Antiwar, Pro-Refugee Platform
Longtime British socialist MP Jeremy Corbyn has just been elected leader of the opposition Labour Party.

Conservative Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott Ousted
Conservative Prime Minister Tony Abbott has been ousted during snap elections called for by his own Liberal Party.

Clinton Proposes Campaign Finance Reform While Raking in Wall Street’s Millions
Despite Hillary Clinton's reform proposals, her acceptance of dark money contributions still threatens democracy.

Martin O’Malley Slams Democratic National Committee for Rigging Debates
Democratic presidential candidate Martin Ou2019Malley is urging supporters to rally next week in front of the Democratic National Committee.

As Candidates Tied to Guatemalan Army and Oligarch Vie for Power, What’s Next for Popular Uprising?
In Guatemala, a television comedian has won the first round of the nation's presidential elections.

Guatemalan Supreme Court Approves Motion to Impeach President
President Molina was identified as the head of a corruption scheme that led to the resignation of a number of other senior officials.