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Torture
Jason Leopold’s GITMO Updates
Jason Leopold Reports from the infamous prison facilities at Guantanamo Bay.
Under the International Spotlight, Mexican Government Asks for “Friendly Solution” After Perpetrating Sexual Torture
The case has serious implications for the perpetration of sexual violence by police everywhere.
A Forest of Poisonous Trees: The US Criminal (In)Justice System
The US criminal justice system has transformed into a tool of the national security state.
“A Symptom of Unfortunate Tendencies”: Iraq and the Failure of the Liberal Elite
“The power elite, especially the liberal elite, has always been willing to sacrifice integrity and truth for power [and] personal advancement,” writes Chris Hedges.
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Déjà vu: Defense Officials Downplay Growing Guantanamo Hunger Strike With Bush-Era Talking Points
The hunger strike parallels one that took place in 2006 when protest stemmed from the search of prisoners' Korans for hidden drugs.
Pope Francis Accused by Family and Friends of Tortured Priests
Jorge Mario Bergoglio known for his opposition to progressive governments and clerics, is accused of silence, cooperation with Argentinean dictatorship.
An Illegal Anniversary
The invasion of Iraq 10 years ago was illegal under international and US law. What's the implications?
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Prison Profiteers Are Neo-Slaveholders and Solitary Is Their Weapon of Choice
Chris Hedges speaks with two longtime prisoner advocates about the shame of America's gulags.
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National Intelligence Memorandum Outlines Steps Taken to Deter Classified Leaks to Media
A secrecy expert says stricter polygraph procedures will impoverish understanding of intelligence matters.
John Brennan’s Heavy Baggage
John Brennan's past may not be so easily forgotten in a world looking for accountability.