The Egyptian government has launched a violent crackdown on the massive uprising seeking the ouster of President Hosni Mubarak. After over a week of unprecedented … BBC, I’m not the Muslim BrothersRead more
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Israeli support for Mubarak
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “What could develop, and which has developed already in several countries, including Iran itself, repressive of regimes of radical Islam, … Israeli support for MubarakRead more
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Egyptians speaking
“Yes, we can, too.”* [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLcaDZxw_GM] – from democracynow.org See how peaceful they are. Remember they are under tremendous economic crisis, poverty etc. Its remarkable. *A … Egyptians speakingRead more
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Democracy: Made in the U.S.A.
When we say tens of billions of dollars has been given to the regime, one of the highest recipients of foreign aid in the world, … Democracy: Made in the U.S.A.Read more
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Secular uprising in Egypt
There really is an unbelievable feeling of community now, of people coming together. People are picking up trash in Tahrir Square. People are handing out … Secular uprising in EgyptRead more
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King Leopold’s Ghost
This week marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Patrice Lumumba. He was the first democratically elected leader of what is now known as … King Leopold’s GhostRead more
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Revolving doors in Washington
Obama has announced his new chief of staff to steer the White House ahead of his reelection bid next year. On Thursday, Obama named William … Revolving doors in WashingtonRead more
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UN, what a shame
Tom Goldtooth talking: It was just a crazy day today. You know, we took our delegation over to the U.N. forum and went through the … UN, what a shameRead more
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REDD: the cheapest ways to reduce emissions
REDD is supposed to be about reducing emissions from deforestation. Unfortunately, if you really look at the agreements and what’s behind it, you find that … REDD: the cheapest ways to reduce emissionsRead more
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Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast, where a general strike has been called to force incumbent president Laurent Gbagbo to cede power. Gbagbo has refused to step aside following … Ivory CoastRead more