War and Peace

5 US Assumptions About the Middle East That Are Just Plain Wrong

5 US Assumptions About the Middle East That Are Just Plain Wrong 5 US Assumptions About the Middle East That Are Just Plain Wrong

After thirteen years of the failed war on terror, it’s time to scrutinize America’s assumptions about military involvement in the Middle East.

Nov 24, 2014 / Andrew J. Bacevich

Déjà Vu in Jerusalem?

Déjà Vu in Jerusalem? Déjà Vu in Jerusalem?

In the latest round of violence, the Israeli government has been rebuked by its own security chief.

Nov 20, 2014 / Neve Gordon

Remembering Mike Nichols

Remembering Mike Nichols Remembering Mike Nichols

Hamilton Fish remembers legendary film director and creative force behind 'The Graduate', Mike Nichols.

Nov 20, 2014 / Books & the Arts / Hamilton Fish

The Bases of War in the Middle East

The Bases of War in the Middle East The Bases of War in the Middle East

Congress is spending billions of dollars on bases in the Middle East, but what role do they really serve?

Nov 13, 2014 / David Vine

The Life and Death of Tomas Young

The Life and Death of Tomas Young The Life and Death of Tomas Young

The Iraq War vet turned peace activist died on the eve of Veteran’s Day.

Nov 12, 2014 / Phil Donahue

Obstacles Limit Targets and Pace of Strikes on ISIS Obstacles Limit Targets and Pace of Strikes on ISIS

                                       —Headline, The New York Times

Nov 12, 2014 / Column / Calvin Trillin

Former Gitmo Detainee: ‘It Is Time to Prosecute Those Responsible for My Torture’

Former Gitmo Detainee: ‘It Is Time to Prosecute Those Responsible for My Torture’ Former Gitmo Detainee: ‘It Is Time to Prosecute Those Responsible for My Torture’

As the UN Committee Against Torture meets in Geneva, Murat Kurnaz urges justice for those detained and tortured at Guantánamo.

Nov 12, 2014 / Murat Kurnaz

Grim Reapers

Grim Reapers Grim Reapers

Drones have taken on a life of their own in popular culture.

Nov 11, 2014 / Books & the Arts / Jenna Krajeski

An Altercation Veterans Day Message

An Altercation Veterans Day Message An Altercation Veterans Day Message

Eric on this week's concerts and Reed on how the pundits and politicians have failed us for fourteen Veterans Days straight.

Nov 11, 2014 / Eric Alterman and Reed Richardson

Soldier with American Flag

The American Empire on the Psychiatrist’s Couch The American Empire on the Psychiatrist’s Couch

Exploring the roots of imperial depression.

Nov 11, 2014 / Tom Engelhardt

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