Friday, November 13, 2026

Tag: war mongers

The military-industrial complex is killing us all

Bombs injure. Bombs kill. Bombs destroy. Bombs also make people rich.

Reviving oversight: Sanders targets war profiteers draining US coffers

This bipartisan congressional panel, formed during World War II, was instrumental in overseeing military contracts and reining in defense contractors who profited at the expense of American taxpayers.

Breaking the chain: Tlaib’s crusade against congressional war profiteering

This move comes amidst escalating scrutiny over the potential conflicts of interest posed by lawmakers' investments in companies that profit from military engagements.

Eisenhower’s ghost haunts Biden’s foreign policy team

The most serious challenge facing President-elect Biden's foreign policy team, which is not a threat from a hostile country, but the corruption of U.S. policy by powerful corporate interests, is the "unwarranted influence" of the Military-Industrial Complex.

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10 Reasons Hakeem Jeffries Should Not Be the Next Speaker of the House

“Here are ten reasons why Jeffries should not be Speaker.”
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The real Dem bombshell – the new coalition’s breakthrough fusion of agendas and values

“The times, they are a-changin’ and progressive Dems, new and old, lead the redemption of America.”

The dark side of ecotourism: When green travel exploits people and the planet

As luxury eco-retreats and voluntourism surge, experts warn that without systemic reform, the industry may be doing more harm than good.
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Blue Tsunami, Meet the Senate Filibuster

Democrats will hold at least 54 Senate seats when the new Congress convenes on Jan. 3, 2027, but ending debate on a bill still takes 60 votes.
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House moves to vote on impeaching Hegseth over Iran war, boat strikes

Rep. Thomas Massie's eight articles allege at least 243 deaths in strikes on suspected drug boats, and impeachment would need three Republican votes.