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Princeton Historian Deconstructs the “Storybook” Version of US History
As the US commemorates its 250th anniversary, Eddie Glaude discusses the injustice baked into the US’s very founding.
Black Disenfranchisement Has Not Been This Intense Since Jim Crow
The federal government is carrying forward a white nationalist backlash to the mass uprisings that took place in 2020.
Legacy of John Brown’s Abolitionist Raid Lives On, 165 Years Later
Activists today can learn from John Brown’s raid on a federal arsenal and from the Black abolitionists who inspired him.
Republican at Vance Rally Says “Civil War” May Be Needed If Trump Loses Election
Polls show an alarming number of Americans — and a higher rate of Republicans — believe political violence is justified.
What Does Dystopian Film “Civil War” Say About the Current Reality in the US?
Beyond serving as harrowing entertainment, the film explores real fears about social divides in the contemporary US.
Kristi Noem Warns of “War” If Biden Federalizes National Guard in TX Dispute
Noem is on the short list of potential vice presidential running mates being considered by Donald Trump.
Nikki Haley Blasted for Trying to Avoid Saying Slavery Was Cause of Civil War
“I think the cause of the Civil War was basically how government was going to run,” Haley said.
Colorado Judge Labels Trump’s Actions as Insurrection
Colorado judge rules Trump engaged in insurrection, but a technicality permits his 2024 presidential ballot eligibility.
Black Labor Powered Reconstruction’s Fight for Democracy. It Can Do It Again.
Collective actions led by Black labor historically pushed moderates to meet radical demands and continue to do so.
Can Popular Resistance and Mutual Aid Stave Off Civil War in Sudan?
Sudanese activist Marine Alneel discusses whether local resistance committees can revive the goals of the revolution.