Hurricane Maria was the most powerful storm to hit Puerto Rico in more than 80 years. It left the entire island without electricity, which may … The Law Strangling Puerto RicoRead more
Empire
Americans Who Don’t Want War with Iran Must Speak Out Now
Ppresident donald trump at UN General Assembly: The Iran deal was one of the worst and most one-sided transactions the United States has ever entered … Americans Who Don’t Want War with Iran Must Speak Out NowRead more
The American Military Uncontained
When it comes to the “world’s greatest military,” the news has been shocking. Two fast U.S. Navy ships colliding with slow-moving commercial vessels with tragic … The American Military UncontainedRead more
From Wounded Knee to Syria
This guide does not include: mobilizations of the National Guard offshore shows of naval strength reinforcements of embassy personnel the use of non-Defense Department personnel … From Wounded Knee to SyriaRead more
All The Countries America Has Invaded… In One Map
From Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli, the US has had a military presence across the world, from almost day one of her independence. What … All The Countries America Has Invaded… In One MapRead more
The Battle for Venezuela and Its Oil
Despite the public battles between the New York Times and President Donald Trump, the two seem to be on a similar page about the unfolding … The Battle for Venezuela and Its OilRead more
How American Libertarians Are Remaking Latin American Politics
For Alejandro Chafuen, the gathering this spring at the Brick Hotel in Buenos Aires was as much a homecoming as it was a victory lap. … How American Libertarians Are Remaking Latin American PoliticsRead more
An American viceroy
discussion earlier this week that the former Blackwater CEO Erik Prince had with CNN’s Erin Burnett, talking about his plans, the proposal that he put … An American viceroyRead more
On Guam, Resistance Grows to US Military Presence as N. Korea Threatens Missiles Off Island’s Coast
Guam, where the front page of the country’s Pacific Daily News paper reads “14 Minutes!” That’s how long it would take missiles fired from North … On Guam, Resistance Grows to US Military Presence as N. Korea Threatens Missiles Off Island’s CoastRead more
Fortress Guam: Resistance to US Military Mega-Buildup
United States presidents rarely visit the U.S. territory of Guam (or Guåhan in the Chamorro language), but President Obama may visit in June 2010. This … Fortress Guam: Resistance to US Military Mega-BuildupRead more