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Art Exhibit on Black Panther Challenges Library Patrons to Face Violence of Mass Incarceration
While some public libraries upheld racist policies and segregation, others have promoted free speech and fostered dialogues.
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The Wall Street Journal’s Attempt to Take Down Bernie Sanders Backfired
The corporate media tries to discredit and discard anyone who they can't control.
Luci Murphy Uses Music as a Cultural Warrior for the Movement
Luci Murphy is a preeminent advocate of utilizing culture to advance social and political justice.
US War Theories Target Dissenters
Americans who challenge national security policy may be treated as “unprivileged belligerents” under the new Law of War doctrine.
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When Media “Balance” Fails
Almost 15 years have passed since I warned about media “balance” that involved journalists systematically abdicating their duty to inform readers about simple matters of fact.
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Maps, Hurricanes and Impermanence: An Artist Puzzles Over Climate Change
Artist Phyllis Ewen visualizes ideas about climate change and human struggles over water through sculptural drawing and collage.
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What Does “Independent Media” Mean? Birthday Contemplations From the Truthout Staff
On Truthout's 14th birthday, the Truthout team shares what “independent media” means to us.
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The Revolution That Was Not Televised: Lessons From the Vietnam Antiwar Movement
The US war in Vietnam was the first televised war, but television alone did not create opposition to it.
Nowhere to Run: A Roundup of Reporting on the Refugee Crisis in Europe
Every day we're struck by terrible headlines concerning the refugee crisis in Europe.
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When Big Data Becomes Bad Data
Corporations are increasingly relying on algorithms to make business decisions and that raises new legal questions.