Shortly after WikiLeaks released the Iraq War Logs in October 2010, which documented numerous US war crimes — including video images of the gunning down … The Empire is Not Done with Julian AssangeRead more
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Soil degradation costs U.S. corn farmers a half-billion dollars every year
One-third of the fertilizer applied to grow corn in the U.S. each year simply compensates for the ongoing loss of soil fertility, leading to more … Soil degradation costs U.S. corn farmers a half-billion dollars every yearRead more
Essential workers should not have to go on strike for decent pay
Striking NYC Workers Win Wage Workers at the Hunts Point Produce Market in New York City have overwhelmingly approved a new three-year contract, ending a … Essential workers should not have to go on strike for decent payRead more
The so-called modern web will die soon
For many years I have been advocating passionately against the so-called “modern web” as it is really nothing more than a poor excuse for not … The so-called modern web will die soonRead more
There’s a connection between racism and greed
As the number of U.S. COVID cases tops 25 million, we turn now to the Reverend William Barber to discuss the challenges ahead for the … There’s a connection between racism and greedRead more
End the Filibuster
Democratic lawmakers are moving ahead with plans to hold an impeachment trial of former President Trump for inciting the deadly January 6th insurrection at the … End the FilibusterRead more
Israel fears the Palestinian narrative
On 11 January, Israel’s Lod District Court ruled against Palestinian film-maker Mahmoud Bakri, and ordered him to pay hefty compensation to an Israeli soldier who … Israel fears the Palestinian narrativeRead more
How Parliament Overstepped Itself in Bringing the Three Farm Laws
Three farm laws, enacted by the parliament, have triggered an unprecedented controversy. A few fundamental questions arise: Does the parliament have the legislative competence to … How Parliament Overstepped Itself in Bringing the Three Farm LawsRead more
No mourning for Kerry Packer
Shortly after Christmas, the Australian media tycoon Kerry Packer died in his mansion overlooking Sydney Harbour, guarded by large, salivating dogs. In Britain, he was … No mourning for Kerry PackerRead more
Biden administration continuing deportations of vulnerable people
Hundreds have been deported in the last week, even as President Biden signed several executive orders Tuesday to undo the Trump administration’s hard-line anti-immigration policies. … Biden administration continuing deportations of vulnerable peopleRead more