Monday, November 18, 2024

The Lie of Patriotism

A U.S. ranger who served in Afghanistan and a Marine who was in Iraq put light on the dangerous myth that America has built around its "warriors." Now, in acts of civil disobedience, they are determined to right the wrongs of war.

Tax Time: How Corporations Are Cheating Schoolchildren

It's a devious double whammy: Taxpayers are giving money to the corporations and then paying a second time to meet the needs of the underfunded public schools.

Hundreds Participate in #OccupyCNN to Protest the Media’s #BernieBlackout

According to Twitter users, the network, along with other mainstream media groups, failed to cover the sit-in.

Hillary Clinton “Feels Sorry for the Young People” that Believe Bernie’s Lies

“I feel sorry sometimes, for the young people who, you know, believe this — they don’t do their own research.”

Plastic Explosives Found in Virginia School Bus Engine Compartment by District Mechanic

There are plenty of questions needing answers regarding an alleged CIA 'test' of its 'K-9 unit' that involved placing C-4 high explosive charges on a Virginia school bus and in a Virginia school.

Bernie Sanders is Actual Winner in Nevada Caucus

The Clark County Democratic Convention, which was the next step after February’s presidential caucus in determining Nevada's 43 delegates, shows Bernie Sanders in the lead.

Why There May Be Trouble This November at Your Polling Place

Authors Ari Berman and Michael Waldman talk about the unequal history of voting in America, new voting rules and their concerns about what may happen later this year.

Want to Stop the Spread of Terrorism? Then Stop Creating More Terrorists

“The lesson to be learned is that when you commit acts of violence against other nations and their people you may be able to get away with it for some time, but there will come a time when they will come after you with a vengeance, seeking revenge.”

World’s First Plastic Fishing Company Wants to Rid the Oceans of Plastic Pollution

The goal of Plastic Whale—which describes itself as the world’s first plastic fishing company—is to rid the world’s waters of plastic pollution.

Bernie Sanders Fires Back Against Hillary Clinton’s False Accusations

Sanders’ campaign is responding to Clinton's accusations that they lied about her receiving money from the fossil fuel industry.