The U.S. Playbook for ‘Building Democracy’ in Latin America
Shockingly, it’s full of dirty tricks.
Articles in International (10)
The True Story of the Rwandan Genocide
In her new book “Do Not Disturb,” Michela Wrong explores why the west was so eager to believe lies about the Rwandan genocide.
Mexico: Land of Pandemics and Hope, Perhaps
After decades of neoliberal misrule, the country is fighting to recover from more than just COVID.
Aid for Profit: The Dark History of USAID
For decades, the suffering of poor countries has been a boon for U.S. corporations.
How NGOs Abandoned the Middle East’s Radicals
The smiley photo-ops and peppy press releases of NGOs in the Middle East obscure the fact that these organizations are often an obstacle to real freedom.
What Fast Food Tells Us About the World
When American fast food became an international phenomenon, it transcended its origins and became the first truly global cuisine. The implications are greater than most of us realize.
How the Left Can Oppose the Uyghur Genocide
China’s persecution of the Uyghur people is enabled by the U.S.-led “war on terror.” The left can’t remain silent.
(How) Should Class War Go Global? Building an Anti-Corporate Left Internationalism
In the last century or so, global solidarity has all but dried up. As each day holds new injustices, its revival is our best hope.