Inside the Culture of Silence in Washington
Annelle Sheline resigned from the Biden administration over its support for the Gaza genocide. She explains why others stayed—and what it means for the war in Iran.
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Trita Parsi on the Hidden Influences Behind the Pointless War in Iran
The foreign policy expert explains why the conflict strengthens Israel, weakens the United States, and devastates ordinary Iranians.
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Medea Benjamin on her Decades-long Fight Against the War Machine
The founder of CODEPINK explores the hidden truth behind NATO, the struggle to build a united anti-war movement, and the power of disruption.
Abby Martin on the Battle to Save the Planet from "Earth's Greatest Enemy"
The fearless journalist behind The Empire Files discusses her ground-breaking new film on the global military empire, and how she channels anger into action.
The Crackpots of the '90s Foreshadowed Our Political Moment
John Ganz, author of "When the Clock Broke," argues that '90s right-wingers like David Duke and Pat Buchanan forged the template for Trumpism.
Abigail Thorn of Philosophy Tube is Bringing Parasocial Obsession to the Stage
In her new production of “Blink,” the popular YouTuber explores the way digital media has radically changed human relationships.
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Activist Rachel Cohen on Confronting ICE and Greg Bovino
In Chicago, she’s gone viral for documenting protests; now, Cohen talks censorship, fear, and our moral obligations to stand up for immigrants.