Truthout
Military
Why Does the US Military Have Sky-High Approval Ratings During Endless Wars?
Hint: They’re winning in other ways.
How Saudi Money Keeps Washington at War in Yemen
US foreign policy is increasingly determined by Saudi-paid lobbyists.
Trump’s Space Force: Smoke and Mirrors or a Step Toward War in Space?
To go boldly into such a project is potentially folly of the ultimate sort.
US Funding of Ugandan Military Aids in Citizens’ Repression
President Museveni received $444 million last year alone despite a clear record of human rights violations.
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.
Will Climate Change Make Family Separations the Norm?
As climate disruption escalates, the fight over resources will exacerbate the displacement and separation of people.
The Militarization of Sports and the Redefinition of Patriotism
This militarized brand of patriotism sells, which is all that matters to team owners.
Military Cover-Up? Hundreds of Migrants Feared Dead in Arizona Mass Grave
Hundreds of immigrants could have died in this incredibly dangerous migrant path.
Trump Signs Legislation Pumping Billions More Into War Machine
Some progressives in Congress are questioning the increased Pentagon funding at the cost of social programs.
Repression Intensifies in Argentina After President Empowers Military
Is the government once again using the military to suppress opposition to the IMF's neoliberal policies?