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The Powerful Past, Present and Future of Black Lives Matter Jun 19, 2020

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As BLM protests sweep the globe, the movement’s co-founder Melina Abdullah talks about its roots and her hopes for the coming years.

The Cynical Forces Behind America’s Forever Wars Jun 12, 2020

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Journalist Patrick Cockburn examines the disastrous inevitability of America’s failures in the Middle East as the region continues to reel from decades of U.S.-sponsored turmoil.

Harnessing Humor to Unveil America’s Ugliest Truths Jun 05, 2020

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Political comedian Lee Camp wants to dismantle systems of oppression with a molotov cocktail filled with facts and some good old fashioned laughter.

The ‘Mass Murder Program’ Behind America’s Rise to Power May 29, 2020

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In a new book, journalist Vincent Bevins traces the Cold War massacres in Asia and Latin America that still define global political dynamics today.

A Global Look at the Virus That Upended the World May 22, 2020

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The series “Decoding Covid-19” offers a hopeful account of the international cooperation that has stemmed from the unprecedented crisis.

Big Banks Got the Sweetest Deal From the Covid-19 Bailouts May 15, 2020

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Banking expert Nomi Prins explains why Congress’ stimulus bill has been a boon for Wall Street and not the small businesses that need it most.

Does Medicare for All Await Us at the End of This Viral Massacre? May 08, 2020

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Dr. Margaret Flowers predicts how the coronavirus pandemic will impact the ongoing struggle for universal health care in the U.S.

Coronavirus Proves Capitalism Has Always Been a Lie May 01, 2020

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Economist Ellen Brown sheds light on the intricacies of an economic system that is being unmasked by the government’s pandemic response.

Governments Are Using Coronavirus to Usher in a New Era of Mass Surveillance Apr 24, 2020

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States all over the world are ramping up surveillance, as people seemingly willingly give up whatever civil liberties they have left in the name of safety.

The Power and Pain of Being Asian American During the Coronavirus Crisis Apr 17, 2020

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As we all battle the deadly pandemic, Asian Americans like Hollywood producer Janet Yang are also facing an onslaught of racism.