The West’s Favorite Afghan
With his simplistic portraits of Afghanistan, Khaled Hosseini reinforces racist stereotypes and aids imperialism.
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A Guide to Hurricane Katrina and Its Aftermath
Hurricane Katrina made landfall on this day in 2005. In the devastating aftermath, the US government abandoned its citizens, intensifying the trauma of the disaster.
The Real Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton's record cuts against the claim that she's an ardent champion of women's rights.
The Wrong Kind of Experience
Hillary Clinton's record suggests she'll wield power to undermine progressive goals — not advance them.
Is Socialism Undemocratic?
Socialism is often conflated with authoritarianism. But historically, socialists have been among democracy's staunchest advocates.
Metal’s Bleeding Edge
Heavy metal should not be ceded to its racist elements.
Farewell to Ford Nation?
Rob Ford's toxic political career grew out of an urban class divide that won't perish with him.
Searching for Justice
How a neo-Nazi campaign of terror was ignored by German police.
Why the US Backs Israel
A new US military package will shower billions of dollars on Israel. But not because it supports democracy.
Against the No-Fly Zone
A no-fly zone in Syria isn't a humanitarian response -- it's a call to war.
Stand With Keith Ellison
We can debate what Ellison can accomplish as the chair of a party dedicated to selling out workers -- but there is no doubt about who would cheer his defeat.
The Fallacy of Post-Truth
Liberals’ belief in their superior ability to govern has never had the facts on its side.
The Roots of Terrorism
US atrocities at home and abroad foster support for terrorist groups.
The Straw Protester
"Paid protesters" aren't a total myth -- authoritarian governments use them all the time.
A Demand for Sanctuary
As Trump's threats to immigrants grow, we should look back to the 1980s Central American sanctuary movement's victories.
An Unholy Alliance
The "alt-right" and Israeli settlers have a shared fervor for ethno-nationalism, Islamophobia, and racism.
How the US Creates Terrorism
The US brags about its commitment to democracy. But its interventions have yielded death and despotism for the Middle East.
Gospel Crusade, Inc. and Friends
With help from US churches, the evangelical right has won a foothold in Central America.
Out of Left Field
Major league baseball has a long but little-known history of rebels, reformers, and radicals.
The Curious Tale of the Soviet Voice-Over
The Soviet voice-over was a product of Cold War competition that became a symbol of the capitalist transition's contradictions.