When Maria Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize, ‘peace’ has lost its meaning
Why Maria Corian Machada is a horrible Peace Prize choice by Venezuelan-American, Michelle Ellner.
US denies French scientist entry over anti-Trump text messages
Trump administration, free speech, academic freedom, border security, France, scientific research, political censorship, U.S. immigration, CBP, FBI, diplomatic relations.
Rightwing mythmaking and the January 6th capitol siege
The idea that conservatives and Republicans are being widely and unfairly targeted by federal law enforcement is yet another example of an emerging right wing tactic of projection.
LAPD motorcycle cop charged with filing false report and perjury
“Investigators working in partnership with the Justice System Integrity Division of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office established probable cause to believe that the officer’s BWV (body worn video) footage was inconsistent with the written report.”
2016: A year in photos, from climate change devastation to the power of protests
The year ended with the election of a president and vice president who don't embrace the scientific consensus that climate change is real and caused by humans.
“Gun control” at the Pentagon? Don’t even think about it.
New outcries for gun control have followed the horrible tragedies of mass shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo. “Evil came to that elementary...
Supreme Court to weigh same-sex marriage challenge from former Kentucky clerk Kim Davis
At a Nov. 7 conference, justices will decide whether to revisit the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges ruling that legalized marriage equality nationwide.
Police release dash cam video of officer repeatedly punching man with hands up
A Louisiana police department recently released the dash cam video of a former Lake Charles cop incessantly punching a man with his...
Senate debates billions for insurers while public demands Medicare for all
The people have the power to finally make the government do the right thing.
Women’s March 2018: We shall overcome
"It's not just about winning a few seats, it's about changing a tone in our country, in our world and in our lives."