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The Pentagon’s New Wonder Weapons for World Dominion
The Pentagon's plans for the future will take us far beyond today's one-way drone wars.
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Enriqueta Vasquez: Eminent Historian for “The Women of La Raza”
"The Women of La Raza" by Enriqueta Vasquez is both a treasure and a living codex.
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Is the US Empire’s Reign Nearing an End?
Alfred W. McCoy ponders whether these may be the last days of US hegemony.
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Enforcing Empire Through a Global Surveillance State
Surveillance has historically played in securing US hegemony — a role that has only increased in recent years.
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In the “War on Terror,” What Are We Killing and Dying For?
"Would I be able to confidently explain to someone's mother what her child actually died for?"
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Victory at Last! In the US’s Wars, Failure Is the New Success
Our losing wars are a necessary backdrop for the ultimate win in our nation's capital.
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“We’ve Lost Our Geopolitical Compass”: John Feffer on North Korea
Trump's North Korea policies are worse than disorienting.
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Can the US and North Korea Move From Threats to Negotiations?
Despite Trump's threats, US may try diplomacy with North Korea.
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Exploring the Shadows of the US Security State: How I Learned Not to Love Big Brother
When we learn to love Big Brother, the world becomes a more dangerous place.
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Have Nations Ever Gone to War Over a Joke?
Humor is often lost in translation, and jokes can arouse violent passion.