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The US Military Sees Endless War as a “Victory”
The US military, whose budget and influence in Washington have only grown, now wins simply by not losing.
Are American Workers Really Allergic to Socialism?
At a time when the US population is radicalizing, it is useful to draw collective inspiration from the past.
Five Lessons From the History of Public Sector Unions
History shows that workers can mobilize and organize even without cover of law.
Deporting US Citizens: Trump’s New Fascistic Use of Law
The fascist conception of law helps explain Trump's racist mission to reduce the non-white population.
The 700th Gathering for Relatives of Disappeared People Turns Violent in Turkey
The relatives of disappeared people in Turkey faced police violence during their 700th public gathering.
For Native Americans, History Continues to Repeat Itself
The US talks about freedom and liberty, but the country was founded upon genocide and slavery.
New Film Reveals Life of Civil Rights Activist Jack O’Dell
“The Issue of Mr. O'Dell” offers a rare glimpse at the shaping of the civil rights movement amidst the Red Scare.
“Danger” Wasn’t a Word We Knew: Elaine Mokhtefi and the Panthers in Algiers
“Algiers, Third World Capital” is a rare glimpse into the work of the international arm of the Black Panther Party.
Donald Trump Thinks He Can Save GOP in the Midterms
Trump forecasts a “red wave,” while some Republicans think impeachment might be salvation. They’re both wrong.
When Algeria Became the Liberation Capital of the “Third World”
Elaine Mokhtefi reflects upon the Algerian war of independence.