Year: 2013

What the gov’t shutdown teaches us about the Afghanistan war

What the gov’t shutdown teaches us about the Afghanistan war

For veterans and service members, the government shut down means the closing down of many essential services.
What does the government shutdown mean?

What does the government shutdown mean?

Mired in a level of political dysfunction not seen for decades, divine intervention looked like the ruling class’s best shot…
After 42 years, political prisoner Herman Wallace released from prison

After 42 years, political prisoner Herman Wallace released from prison

The case of Herman Wallace not only exemplifies the worst of the racist court system in Louisiana, but also serves…
Government shut down, 800,000 Federal workers laid off – Why?

Government shut down, 800,000 Federal workers laid off – Why?

The official shutdown of the U.S. government underscores the fully reactionary character of the capitalist-controlled political process in this country.…
Brian Becker highlights U.S. hypocrisy on WMDs

Brian Becker highlights U.S. hypocrisy on WMDs

ANSWER National Coordinator Brian Becker discusses the chemical weapons deal on Syria and analyzes why Israel doesn't follow suit in…
Pittsburgh: Profitable ‘non-profit’ should pay taxes

Pittsburgh: Profitable ‘non-profit’ should pay taxes

Despite its status, the “$10 billion integrated global health enterprise” can be described as anything but charitable.
Marissa Alexander granted new trial

Marissa Alexander granted new trial

An important victory in the struggle to free Marissa Alexander was won Sept. 26 when the District Court of Appeals…
Is there a shift in US-Iran relations?

Is there a shift in US-Iran relations?

Is it possible that after 34 years of unremitting hostility there could be “a comprehensive resolution” in U.S-Iran relations?
At UN, Latin American leaders reject US domination

At UN, Latin American leaders reject US domination

At the United Nations annual General Assembly, Latin American leaders are expressing outrage at U.S. imperial policy.
Justice for Islan Nettles, murdered in a hate crime

Justice for Islan Nettles, murdered in a hate crime

For many transgender people—especially transgender women—the reality of daily struggle is rarely more than a heartbeat away.
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