The Dissenter
12
Apr
2017
Questioning The Narrative Around Alleged Chemical Attack In Syria Is Not Fringe
Governments are known to fabricate when it comes to war. So why is it acceptable to demonize those skeptical about the April 4 chemical attack in Syria?
11
Apr
2017
Protest Song Of The Week: ‘Rican Beach’ by Hurray For The Riff Raff
Hurray for the Riff Raff’s latest album, “The Navigator,” is full of poignant ballads, but “Rican Beach” is the most galvanizing protest anthem.
09
Apr
2017
An Essential And Critical Conversation On Trump’s Hasty Decision To Attack Syria
Hosts Rania Khalek and Kevin Gosztola spend the full episode discussing President Donald Trump’s attack on a Syrian airbase. In the beginning, the reaction of support from media personalities, as well as Democrats and neoconservatives, is highlighted. Further into the show, the hosts break down who the media has referred
06
Apr
2017
Democrats, Neoconservatives Unite In Support Of Strikes In Syria As Trump Launches Attack
Democrats joined neoconservatives, who long pushed for U.S. military forces to topple Assad’s regime, to advocate for bombing Syria after alleged chemical attack.
05
Apr
2017
How Do Media Outlets Know Source Of Chemical Attack Was Syrian Government?
While images of children struggling to breathe and survive is sickening, there must be some sober consideration about the realities on the ground in Syria.
04
Apr
2017
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt Unfazed By Deadly Nature Of His Ideological Agenda
EPA administrator Scott Pruitt pushes states’ rights and climate change denial without regard for the health or lives of Americans.
02
Apr
2017
Interview With NNU’s Michael Lighty: Solving The Healthcare Crisis With Medicare For All
For this week’s “Unauthorized Disclosure” podcast, hosts Rania Khalek and Kevin Gosztola are joined by Michael Lighty, policy director for National Nurses United. He has worked on health care reform for over 25 years. Lighty addresses the need for Democrats to go on the offensive and push for a national
31
Mar
2017
Medicare For All Must Be Part Of Health Care Reform Conversation
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30
Mar
2017
Book Review: ‘Long Shot: The Triumphs And Struggles Of An NBA Freedom Fighter’
Decades before the NFL blackballed quarterback Colin Kaepernick for his activism and political speech, the NBA blackballed Craig Hodges.