Why the Russian Revolution actually owes its success to nonviolent resistance
Despite conventional wisdom, Russians relied principally on a sophisticated and diverse array of nonviolent methods to end centuries of tsarist rule in 1917.
Facebook often removes evidence of atrocities in countries like Syria and Myanmar – but...
Recent history has shown that social media companies cannot be trusted to preserve vital digital evidence of atrocities.
Facebook screws up again
Well, we shall see how Band Together makes out. We’re off to a rough start because Facebook has made it so. Real people are joining us, even if Facebook makes the road difficult.
‘Which side are you on?’: Poor People’s Campaign pressures US Senate on democracy and...
“Democracy versus autocracy is the battle of our time,” said Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II.
Protesting shouldn’t be banned at the Olympics
“If there’s something on their mind, then athletes should be allowed to speak.”
Baltimore cop arrested after police discover stepson’s body inside wall
Police officials have confirmed that Banks has been suspended without pay.
‘Stop interfering’: Ethiopia’s opportunity after the election
The level of condescension and interference displayed by the U.S. and others has angered many Ethiopians.
Missouri police officer sentenced to probation after killing 4-year-old girl
“I would like to say I am very sorry. If I could go back and do it over I would.”
Male correctional officers strip woman naked on video
“The incident was documented by involved personnel. Additionally, the incident was further reviewed by Department Supervisory personnel and documented per Macomb Police Policy and Procedures.”
A dangerous moment for academic freedom
Florida officials say they want to promote “intellectual freedom” — by using political surveys to target university funding.