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Top Three Media Lies About the Syrian Peace Talks
The media spin machine is again kicking into high gear, perfectly timed to accompany the "Geneva II" Syria peace talks.
The New York Times Calls Torture “Torture” When the Perp Is an Official Enemy
When is torture, 'torture' in 'The New York Times?' When it's purportedly done by someone the US government disapproves of, says Justin Doolittle.
They Never Announce When You Prevent a War
This is no time to let up, but to recognize our power and press harder for peace.
When Protesting Bush’s Wars Was a Crime
In 2004, at the height - or depths - of George W. Bush's presidency, the very idea of protesting his "war on terror" or invasion of Iraq was deemed …
The Special Ops Surge: America’s Secret War in 134 Countries
Nick Turse: Since September 11, 2001, US Special Operations forces have grown in every conceivable way, from their numbers to their budget.
What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Tom Engelhardt: When I check the latest news on Washington's global war-making, I regularly find at least one story that fits a category that I call: What Could Possibly …
When Will They Ever Learn? The American People and Support for War
When it comes to war, the American public is remarkably fickle.
AIPAC Still Trying to Torpedo Iran Nuke Deal
As preliminary Iran Nuke deal is finalized and set to go into effect next Monday, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee is pushing for Congress to pass new sanctions …
The Living Hell of the Japanese-American War
The explosive residue of America's atomic bombing of the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945 dominates relations between Japan and the United States.
“Ruthless Dictator” Harry Reid Represses GOP Warmongers
Robert Naiman: Republicans are calling Harry Reid a dictator for not allowing a Senate vote on an Iran sanctions bill that will blow up ongoing negotiations.