Year: 2013
What the gov’t shutdown teaches us about the Afghanistan war
October 3, 2013
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?
October 2, 2013
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
October 1, 2013
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?
October 1, 2013
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
October 1, 2013
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
October 1, 2013
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
September 30, 2013
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?
September 29, 2013
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
September 28, 2013
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
September 28, 2013
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.