In defense of the American Empire (gasp!)
While the U.S. has abused its hegemonic powers, it has also been possibly the most benevolent empire in history.
Carlos Lazo: The Cuban American leading the charge to transform U.S.-Cuba policy
“Everything you do to make the world better helps to make the world better.”
Warning against ‘Exxon infrastructure deal,’ progressives say jobs package must center climate
“Enough negotiating with Republicans pushing environmental injustice. We should be the ones the Biden administration prioritizes at the table.”
America’s accountability problem
Is anyone responsible anymore?
UK High Court grants US permission to appeal ban on Assange extradition
“The U.S. government should have accepted the Magistrates’ Court’s decision —instead, it keeps this case going.”
In 18 months, Republicans are very likely to control Congress. Being in denial makes...
To prevent such disastrous results, Democrats would need to replicate what happened the last time the president’s party didn’t lose House or Senate seats in a midterm election.
Right-wing groups mobilize against effort to crack down on tax dodging by the rich
“You can’t raise taxes, you can’t raise taxes that have just been lowered, and you can’t enforce existing tax laws—a never-ending race to the revenue bottom,” said one critic of the right-wing campaign.
What is patriotism really?
Real patriotism goes far beyond waving the flag and singing the National Anthem.
Infrastructure must include the care economy
This crisis of care could be prevented if Congress were to take bold action to fund human infrastructure.
Oil giant files $15 billion claim against US government for rescinded Keystone XL permit
“What a disgusting yet predictable move from TC Energy and Canadian Government. America didn’t want your pipeline. You took the risk. Taxpayers are not going to pay $15 billion for your failed and risky investment.”