Somewhere Over the Afghan Horizon, U.S. Drones Still Fly

Despite its withdrawal from Afghanistan, the U.S. military maintains an “over-the-horizon capability,” which allows it to continue launching airstrikes.

The Other Americans: Guatemala’s Indigenous Communities Are Still Fighting for Their Rights

Two hundred years after gaining independence, they remain neglected and abused.

Midwest Dispatch: Guns and Cops in Minneapolis

The city mourns another child lost to gun violence and proposes revamping its approach to policing.

Meet Buffalo Mayoral Candidate India Walton

After securing the Democratic nomination in June, she hopes to become the city’s first socialist mayor in the upcoming November election.

Unequal Justice: The Case of Texas v. Reproductive Rights

Attorney General Merrick Garland’s pushback on Texas abortion ban is a welcome sign.

Twentieth annual Fighting Bob Fest:

Re-stream at your convenience! 

Speakers will include: Dennis Kucinnich, Mandela Barnes, Laura Flanders, John Nichols, Sarah Godlewski, Greg Palast, Ruth Conniff, Jim Hightower, Tammy Baldwin, Mark Pocan, and Bill Lueders. Plus music by Si Kahn, David Huckfelt, and more! 

Re-stream at - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXKQ-mvasJo
 
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