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History of the Vietnam War Holds Lessons for Ukraine Today
As the left did in earlier struggles for colonial liberation, it should stand against imperialism in Ukraine.

Germany and US Agree to Send Tanks to Ukraine Despite Concern of War Escalation
A German lawmaker says the U.S. is pushing a proxy war and underestimating the threat of Putin’s nuclear Russia.

Russia’s Only International LGBTQ Film Festival Faces “Propaganda” Ban
Roman Polyakov, the festival’s public relations director, discusses how the anti-LGBTQ law will impact Russian culture.

Noam Chomsky: Another World Is Possible. Let’s Bring It to Reality.
Labor and other popular activism can help shape the economic system in ways that will benefit people, not private power.

Putin Planned Before Invasion to Cut Off Ukraine’s Electricity During the Winter
Russia assumed that Ukraine’s population could be controlled by shutting off access to heat and water.

Can Russia and Ukraine Negotiate an End to War Amid New Wave of Strikes?
The war is now in its 11th month, and Russia unleashed a new bombardment this week of cities across Ukraine.

More Than 1,000 Faith Leaders in the US Call for a Christmas Truce in Ukraine
The letter preceded Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to D.C., where Joe Biden announced more military aid for Ukraine.

Chomsky: Advanced US Weaponry in Ukraine Is Sustaining Battlefield Stalemate
“Ukraine is already facing a major economic and humanitarian crisis,” Noam Chomsky says.

Washington Preps for Visit From Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy This Week
Zelenskyy said the purpose of his visit is to "strengthen resilience and defense capabilities" of his country.

Brittney Griner’s Supporters Secured Her Freedom
Journalist Dave Zirin says the sports world was slow to rally to Griner’s cause due to sexism, racism and homophobia.