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Human Rights
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Will President Obama Restore the Rule of Law During His Second Term?
The contrast between Obama's campaign promises and his performance in office during his first term is stark.
Killing Hope: Why Israel Targets Sports in Gaza
The Israeli government targets the sports infrastructure, because sports are an expression of humanity for those living under occupation.
US Government Continues to Wage Campaign Against Whistleblowers
Legal expert Michael Ratner: Alleged hacktivist accused of leaking Stratfor files awaits trial; Manning lawyers say charges should be dropped as he was tortured.
A Civil Rights Battle Royale: Contending for the Soul of the Military
Michael L. Weinstein talks about fighting religious bigotry in military, a family
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A New Middle East Agenda for Obama
If Obama wants to make a lasting mark during his second term, he must ensure that US policy in the Middle East is no longer dictated by energy sources, …
Likening Palestinians to Blades of Grass
Israeli hardliners joke about the periodic need to decimate each new generation of Palestinian militants as u201cmowing the grass,u201d a process underway again in new bombardments of Gaza.
UN Holds Urgent Security Council Meeting, US Stands With Israel
Vijay Prashad: US blocks UN Security Council from condemning Israeli attack on Gaza.
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War Clouds Over Gaza Again
As Israeli bombing of the Gaza Strip enters its second day, Palestinians fear that this is only the beginning of another widespread Israeli offensive into the besieged Palestinian territory …
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In Honduras, the International Criminal Court May Be the Last Hope
In the two years since the ICC opened its preliminary investigation, Honduras has become the murder capital of the world and among the most dangerous countries in which to …
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Defense Department: Cause of Death of Guantanamo Detainee Adnan Latif “Forthcoming“
Report that may shed light on mystery of Guantanamo detainee's death to be made public.