This past May, Harvard University (where I teach) issued a report on its relationship with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It was an admirably … How Money Can Distort ResearchRead more
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Have a nice world war, folks
Here is news of the Third World War. The United States has invaded Africa. US troops have entered Somalia, extending their war front from Afghanistan … Have a nice world war, folksRead more
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Welcome to the world’s first murdochracy
Adelaide is Australia’s festival city. Its arts festival is currently in swing. Polite debate, aesthetics and high-octane wine are putting the world to rights. With … Welcome to the world’s first murdochracyRead more
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No ISDS in U.S.-UK Free Trade Agreement
At a June 17, 2020 hearing of the Ways and Means Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) asked the U.S. … No ISDS in U.S.-UK Free Trade AgreementRead more
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The War on Loneliness Means the Extinction of Solitude
One sixth of the adult population of the US takes at least one psychiatric drug daily, a proportion that has risen steadily as a growing … The War on Loneliness Means the Extinction of SolitudeRead more
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US govt-funded Coda Story smears American journalists who undermine new Cold War propaganda
A shadowy neoconservative website called Coda Story has launched a smear campaign against American journalists who challenge new cold war propaganda. But what this publication … US govt-funded Coda Story smears American journalists who undermine new Cold War propagandaRead more
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Ukrainian Fascist Leader Speaks in US Congress
While Nazis Launch Racist Attacks [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlh6gJmmlN8&rel=0] Max Blumenthal In recent weeks in Ukraine, which is a close NATO ally, neo-Nazi vigilante groups have carried … Ukrainian Fascist Leader Speaks in US CongressRead more
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Pro Athletes Strike for Black Lives
In a remarkable development Wednesday, professional basketball, baseball, soccer games came to an unprecedented halt, after Milwaukee Bucks players refused to take to the court … Pro Athletes Strike for Black LivesRead more
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Wildfires Reveal California’s Reliance on Incarcerated Firefighters
California, where climate-fueled wildfires are engulfing the state. Crews are battling more than 600 fires, that have killed at least seven people. Governor Gavin Newsom … Wildfires Reveal California’s Reliance on Incarcerated FirefightersRead more
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Tracking the COVID-19 Recession’s Effects
on Food, Housing, and Employment Hardships The unemployment rate is very high and millions report that their households did not get enough to eat or … Tracking the COVID-19 Recession’s EffectsRead more