Film Review: ‘Heart of a Dog’ Is A Wondrous Meditation On Life & Death
Laurie Anderson’s documentary, “Heart of a Dog,” is an intensely personal meditation on life and death, and a reflection on American culture after 9/11.
Mexican Immigration Reverses: Do We Still Need A Wall?
A report from the Pew Research Center released Thursday claims that more Mexicans are leaving the US than entering it.
‘You Can’t Buy My Soul’: Drone Whistleblowers Speak Out
Four former drone operators spoke out about their experiences piloting and killing, including children, with America’s lethal fleet of drones.
US-Saudi Relationship Discredits US Fight Against ISIS
Despite Saudi Arabia’s support for ISIS and repeated human rights abuses in Yemen, the U.S. approved a $1.3 billion arms sale to the Saudis this week.
Living With The Death Of My Father
My dad died a year ago, and I feel compelled to write some thoughts about the past year and reflect on handling personal tragedy. But there is also something else from my life I want to share. Over the past months, I have straddled two worlds—with one foot in the
JPMorgan Facing Criminal Probe For Pre-Crash Mortgage Securities Fraud
On Tuesday, WSJ reported JPMorgan and RBS are facing criminal probes for selling fraudulent mortgage-backed securities that led to the 08 crash.
Paris Attacks Fuel New Cycle Of Anti-Muslim Hysteria In The United States
After the Paris Attacks, innocent Muslims are facing a host of threats and even violent attacks, while American Islamophobia threatens to reach new heights.
Report: Corporate America’s Higher Earnings Due To Stock Buyback Scams
Corporate America is cannibalizing the economy through stock buybacks, allowing the 1% to pocket more corporate earnings than ever before.
Interview: MintPress News’ Mnar Muhawesh On Paris Attacks & Response Of Western Countries
In the aftermath of the Paris attacks and blasts in Beirut, it seems very likely that Western countries will overreact and play into the hands of the Islamic State. It is also clear there will be little reflection on how Western countries, including France, created a climate that fueled the
Hillary Clinton Defends Wall Street Patronage With 9/11, McFeminism
If you thought it was inappropriate of Hillary Clinton to invoke 9/11 to respond to allegations of campaign finance corruption, you’re not alone.