Truthout
Human Rights and Global Wrongs
Marjorie Cohn analyzes the impact of US imperialism and human rights violations.


US Is Again Complicit in an Illegal Coup, This Time in Bolivia
This coup follows a sordid tradition of U.S. meddling in the political and economic affairs of Latin America.

Trump’s New Policy on Israeli Settlements Is Illegal and Self-Serving
Trump is pandering to his extremist Christian Zionist base at the expense of the Palestinians.

Trump Engaged in Witness Tampering During Ambassador’s Testimony
Trump tweeted intimidating allegations, which could provide the basis for an article of impeachment.

DACA Arguments in Supreme Court Leave Outcome in Doubt
Roberts, who cast conflicting votes in two recent immigration cases, is the wild card here.

Trump’s Order to Defy Subpoenas Is Itself Grounds for Impeachment
We’re headed for a separation of powers showdown between Congress and the president.

Convicted Anti-Nuclear Activists Speak Out: “Pentagon Has Brainwashed People”
Although convicted, the defendants are pleased their action lifted the veil on nuclear dangers at the Kings Bay base.

As Trump Aids and Abets Turkey’s War Crimes, the UN Must Act
It is essential that the UN act immediately to stop the carnage and allow humanitarian relief into the war-torn region.

Civil Rights Are on the Chopping Block in New Supreme Court Term
As the court moves to the right, we can expect the continued evisceration of civil rights and civil liberties.

Trump’s Stonewalling of Impeachment Inquiry Is an Impeachable Offense
There is abundant evidence of abuse of power and obstruction of justice by Trump.

Post-9/11 Terrorism Watchlist of More Than 1 Million Judged Unconstitutional
The judge worried that abuse plaintiffs suffered at the border could be duplicated by law enforcement inside the U.S.