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A Psychedelic Spin on “National Security”: The Summer of Surprisingly Political Love
The quest for a more balanced approach to security in the 1960s pointed a way toward at least the possibility of an American world of diminished fears.
Nationwide Protests Oppose “Anti-Conspiracy” Bill, as Japan Moves to Remilitarize
The scope of the proposed legislation could give law enforcement agencies the ability to target anyone they suspect of “preparing to commit a crime.”
Why Afghanistan? Fighting a War for the War System Itself
Many careers, reputations and programs tied to the war industry depend upon the continuation of the failed Afghan war.
What Will It Take to Ban the Bomb?
As someone raised in the shadow of the fearsome ticking of the Doomsday Clock, I'm grateful for a reminder of all we are working for.
Senators Can Save Yemen From Saudi-Imposed Famine: They Must Act
A Senate vote on Trump's Saudi arms deal is likely to happen tomorrow afternoon.
Cholera Death Toll Tops 859 in War-Torn Yemen as US-Backed Saudi Assault Continues
In Yemen, a civilian is dying nearly every hour from a massive cholera outbreak.
Attackers in Tehran Kill 12 and Injure Dozens More as US Deliberately Worsens Iran-Saudi Relations
Trita Parsi, founder and president of the National Iranian American Council, discusses rising Iran-Saudi relations amid an attack in Tehran.
US Congressman Calls for Holy War Against “Islamic Horror,” Says “Kill All” Suspects
A freshman lawmaker reacted to the attacks in London over the weekend by calling for violence against Muslims.
The US’s Other “Russia Problem”: Creeping Domestic Authoritarianism
Slowly, seemingly inexorably, the US is becoming more like the former Soviet Union.
Avoiding Apocalypse on the Korean Peninsula: Why Diplomacy Is Not Naïve Appeasement
Threats and displays of military power by the United States haven't worked. Ever.