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Anti-War Activists Are Facing a Moral Dilemma

Anti-War Activists Are Facing a Moral Dilemma Anti-War Activists Are Facing a Moral Dilemma

In the face of war’s atrocities, the tyranny of the immediate can be overwhelming—even for those committed to peace.

May 19, 2022 / Nan Levinson

To Honor Shireen Abu Akleh’s Life, Demand Accountability for Her Death

To Honor Shireen Abu Akleh’s Life, Demand Accountability for Her Death To Honor Shireen Abu Akleh’s Life, Demand Accountability for Her Death

There needs to be an independent investigation by an international body into Shireen’s death—otherwise, it will be the latest example of Israel’s impunity.

May 18, 2022 / Laila Al-Arian and Dalia Hatuqa

Protesters in Bogota, Colombia, on International Women's Day

Gleaning Hope From Latin America’s Abortion Rights Revolution Gleaning Hope From Latin America’s Abortion Rights Revolution

After centuries of living under some of the most draconian abortion laws imaginable, millions of women in Latin America now have access to legal abortion. How did they do it?

May 18, 2022 / Omar G. Encarnación

The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine

The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine The “Brutal Solidarity” Between Buffalo and Palestine

The violence that has visited Buffalo’s Black community and the Palestinian mourners of Shireen Abu Akleh speaks to the commonality of their oppression.

May 17, 2022 / Dave Zirin

How Economic Sanctions Shaped Today’s Global Powers

How Economic Sanctions Shaped Today’s Global Powers How Economic Sanctions Shaped Today’s Global Powers

A conversation with Nicholas Mulder on the evolution and history of sanctions, his new book The Economic Weapon, and the role sanctions play after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

May 17, 2022 / Q&A / Pablo Pryluka

In Kalynivka on March 24

How the War Came to Kalynivka How the War Came to Kalynivka

These refugees from Luhansk thought they were leaving the carnage behind. Instead, it followed them west, making the path to recovery long and uncertain.

May 16, 2022 / Leif Reigstad

Korean and English

Frozen Between Two Languages  Frozen Between Two Languages 

For Asian Americans, the fear of violence is real. Because of an incident six years ago, I'm still worried whenever my grandpa goes out alone.

May 16, 2022 / StudentNation / Seohee Jung

After Shireen Abu Akleh’s Killing: Israel’s Propaganda Machine Ramps Up

After Shireen Abu Akleh’s Killing: Israel’s Propaganda Machine Ramps Up After Shireen Abu Akleh’s Killing: Israel’s Propaganda Machine Ramps Up

The Israeli response to the murder of the beloved journalist has been woefully predictable—a combination of denying, lying, and obfuscating.

May 15, 2022 / James Zogby

Official portrait of Nina Jankowicz as executive director of the Disinformation Governance Board

Meet the Head of Biden’s New “Disinformation Governing Board” Meet the Head of Biden’s New “Disinformation Governing Board”

Nina Jankowicz is a veteran information warrior. But her “experience” working with StopFake should have set off alarm bells.

May 12, 2022 / Lev Golinkin

Ukainian refugees

Endless War in Ukraine Hurts National and Global Security Endless War in Ukraine Hurts National and Global Security

It is vital to step back from the emotions stirred by this conflict and assess our real security priorities.

May 11, 2022 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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