World Leaders

Greg Mitchell and Daniel Ellsberg on the WikiLeaks Document Dump Greg Mitchell and Daniel Ellsberg on the WikiLeaks Document Dump

The morning after WikiLeaks began releasing its trove of confidential US diplomatic cables, Democracy Now! hosts a round-table about the possible impact of these leaks.

Nov 29, 2010 / Democracy Now!

Conversation Part 2: Jean-Bertrand Aristide on Haiti in the Earthquake’s Aftermath Conversation Part 2: Jean-Bertrand Aristide on Haiti in the Earthquake’s Aftermath

The former Haitian president discusses his country, his exile and possible return and why his party, still popular in Haiti, isn't allowed to participate in the upcoming electio...

Nov 24, 2010 / The Nation on Grit TV

Conversation Part 1: Nicolas Rossier on Haiti in the Earthquake’s Aftermath Conversation Part 1: Nicolas Rossier on Haiti in the Earthquake’s Aftermath

The award winning filmmaker and reporter recounts his conversation with exiled former Haitian president Jean-Bertrand Aristide and explains the state of Haitian politics today.

Nov 24, 2010 / The Nation on Grit TV

Solving the Irish Crisis Solving the Irish Crisis

The financial crisis in Ireland is leading to a political crisis on the heels of a bailout and more "austerity measures." The coalition that currently rules is falling ap...

Nov 23, 2010 / Laura Flanders

Obama in Asia

Obama in Asia Obama in Asia

At each stop of his visit to Asia, Obama has bumped up against the limits of American economic and diplomatic clout in the new Asian world order.

Nov 11, 2010 / Juan Cole

Brazil’s First Lady Brazil’s First Lady

Dilma Rousseff has taken over from Lula’s legacy, which has helped put an end to the Washington Consensus.

Nov 3, 2010 / Kenneth Rapoza

Iraq: New Alliance Takes Shape Against Maliki-Sadr Bloc Iraq: New Alliance Takes Shape Against Maliki-Sadr Bloc

Syria, Turkey in critical behind-the-scenes role.

Oct 12, 2010 / Bob Dreyfuss

Interview with a Drowning President, Kiribati’s Anote Tong Interview with a Drowning President, Kiribati’s Anote Tong

Kiribati's President, Anote Tong, speaks about the struggles faced by climate refugees, solidarity within his country and getting the international community's attention.

Oct 1, 2010 / David Helvarg

From ‘Nation’ Intern to Leader of the British Labour Party From ‘Nation’ Intern to Leader of the British Labour Party

Backed by key unions and activists, Ed Miliband is given the charge to lead the fight against Conservative cuts.

Sep 26, 2010 / John Nichols

China, Energy and Global Power China, Energy and Global Power

Because energy is tied to so many aspects of the global economy, and because doubts are growing about the future availability of oil and other vital fuels, the decisions China ma...

Sep 20, 2010 / Michael T. Klare

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