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War in Ukraine Needs to Be Understood in Context of New Russia-China Alliance
At the core of recent geopolitical conflicts is an entente between China and Russia not seen since the Cold War.
Republicans Who Attacked Refugees Under Trump Are Pivoting for Ukrainians
The U.S. should extend welcome to Syrians, Afghans, Yemenis, Central Americans, and others fleeing violence.
Far From “Denazifying” Ukraine, Russian Invasion May Empower Ukrainian Neo-Nazis
Both Russia and Ukraine are obscuring the role of neo-Nazis in the current war.
Warren Says Democrats Are Working on a Bill to Tax Big Oil’s Windfall Profits
The bill could discourage oil companies from jacking up gas prices to pad their profits.
Ukraine Officials Warn Power Cut at Chernobyl Plant May Lead to Radioactive Leak
The decommissioned nuclear plant was reportedly disconnected from the power grid by Russian forces.
Ocasio-Cortez Slams GOP Senator for Saying Gas Prices Were Lower Under Trump
Sen. Marsha Blackburn tweeted that gas was cheap in 2020, ignoring the fact that oil prices plunged due to the pandemic.
Noam Chomsky: A No-Fly Zone Over Ukraine Could Unleash Untold Violence
A no-fly zone would give the U.S. carte blanche to attack Russian planes and support installations, says Chomsky.
Ukrainian Activist: War Brings Rise in Sexual Violence and Anti-Trans Oppression
Many trans Ukrainians face passport-related barriers to fleeing the country.
Greene Bought Oil, Defense Stocks While Complaining About War Profiteers
Greene bought up to $15,000 in Lockheed Martin stock – and then complained online that war is “incredibly profitable."
Russia’s Disinformation Machine Runs So Deep, Some Don’t Know War Is Happening
Meanwhile, in the United States, we contend with the ongoing disinformation of Trumpism.