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Bronx Residents Accosted by NYPD Win Landmark Court Ruling Deeming “Stop and Frisk” Tactic Illegal
A federal judge has ruled that New York City police are not allowed to routinely stop pedestrians outside of private residential buildings in the Bronx.
Debate: With Chávez Ailing, Venezuela’s Longstanding Divisions Threaten New Political Upheaval
Venezuela has postponed yesterdayu2019s presidential inauguration as Hugo Chu00e1vez remains hospitalized in Cuba.
Zionjuana – Netanyahu Headlines Birthright Rally
Since 1999, over 300,000 young Jews from around the world have embarked on the free, 10-day tour of Israel known as Taglit-Birthright. Itu2019s considered the most effective means of …
On the News With Thom Hartmann: More States Are Considering Ditching the Death Penalty, and More
In today's On the News segment: More states are considering ditching the death penalty; 2012 was the hottest year ever recorded; war profiteer giant KBR is being held responsible …
Failure of Current TV – Gore Wouldn’t Take on Bush
Robert Parry: Current TV could have played a critical role taking on the Bush presidency, instead it followed a confused youth strategy.
Four Years After Vow to Close Gitmo, Why Has Obama Signed NDAA Bill Barring Transfer of Its Prisoners?
Of the 166 prisoners remaining at Guantu00e1namo, 86 have been cleared for release.
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Massive Cuts to Postal Service a Step Towards Privatization?
Plan to restructure post office a big real estate play and boon to private courier companies.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Dangers Ahead If Debt Limit Isn’t Raised, and More
In today's On the News segment: If the debt limit isn't raised then a chain reaction of events will happen that will ruin both the US' and global economy; …
Banks’ $8.5 Billion Mortgage Settlement a Mild Slap on the Wrist
James Heintz: Settlement is a drop in the bucket compared to $6.9 trillion of lost household wealth
Chuck Hagel Faces Tough Confirmation from Senate Hawks for Rejecting Party Line on Israel, Iran
A Vietnam War veteran and three-term member of the Senate, Hagel has faced criticism from right-wing foes over his positions on Israel and dealing with Iran