What other countries know: Fairer representation makes a stronger democracy
A democratic country – or community – ought to be self-governing in a way that allows every member a fair part in effective political discussion.
Still in the Bush Embrace
What really stands in the way of closing Guantánamo?
Bernie Sanders Should Stop Ducking Foreign Policy
Perhaps Bernie Sanders' supporters have been drawn to his fervent economic populism. But the 2016 presidential candidate can't bypass foreign policy for too much longer—it's time he addresses it, along with military spending and war.
How wealth inequality spiraled out of control
We must stop this vicious cycle — and demand an economy that works for the many, not one that concentrates more and more wealth in the hands of a privileged few.
‘Now is the time to be angry’: Afghanistan’s progressive past and dark present
A personal reflection on the 'Big Men' who've meddled in Afghanistan -- and the women navigating the aftermath.
A global movement away from use of animal furs: Several states propose ban to...
In the United States, the animal fur industry is widely unregulated and receives little to no oversight from the government.
Enough hesitation, House: Impeach
"Trump's disregard of the law and all democratic principles cannot be ignored."
The Numbers Racket
AFRICOM Clams Up After Commander Peddles Contradictory Statements to Congress
Friday’s Events: The Legacy and Rules of American Foreign Policy and 21 Questions for...
The United States is great at focusing on any sort of carnage and blaming ISIS, one of hundreds of groups in Syria, and building alliances with Sunni states.
Bernie Sanders: Secrecy surrounding GOP health care bill is ‘completely unacceptable’
Sanders continues to call for transparency and for Democrats to “do everything they can” to keep the bill from passing.