Marie Cocco / TruthdigMay 24, 2007
America has always had an immigration "problem," just as it has always been a beacon for the downtrodden who seek a better life here and, in doing so, make it a better country. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Chris Hedges / TruthdigMay 24, 2007
On Tuesday night, Chris Hedges and Sam Harris debated "Religion, Politics and the End of the World" The following is Hedges' opening statement, in which he argues that Harris and other critics of faith have mistakenly blamed religion for the ills of the world, when the true danger lies in the human heart and its capacity for evil. Dig deeper ( 14 Min. Read )
Eugene Robinson / TruthdigMay 22, 2007
Ted Kennedy, John McCain, George W. Bush and others who want sensible, real-world immigration reform -- yes, I just used the president's name in the same sentence with "sensible" -- are going to have to stop running from the word "amnesty." The new Senate immigration deal is going to get chased clean out of town unless its supporters stand and fight. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
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Staff / TruthdigMay 16, 2007
In this far-ranging interview on KPFK's "Beneath the Surface" radio show, Truthdig Editor in Chief Robert Scheer talks with host Suzi Weissman about the coming presidential election, the consolidation of mass media and Truthdig's May 22 debate between Chris Hedges and Sam Harris on the roles of religion and politics. Update: Full transcript now available. Dig deeper ( 20 Min. Read )
Chris Hedges / TruthdigMay 7, 2007
When it comes to abortion, the Christian right presents a false choice between self-condemnation and a life of struggle. Until the impoverished and imperiled, so frequently driven into the arms of demagogues, are truly cared for, the freedom of all women will be at risk. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigMay 4, 2007
It could happen The most alarming difference between the Democratic and Republican debates would have to be the response to this question: "Is there anyone on this stage that does not believe in evolution?" Three hands shot up. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigApr 27, 2007
The comedian sounds off on why the controversy surrounding gay marriage strikes her as ridiculous. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Chris Hedges / TruthdigApr 23, 2007
The author of "American Fascists" reports on the cult-like recruiting tactics of the Christian right, including the manipulative and highly successful practice of "love bombing." Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
Chris Hedges / TruthdigApr 9, 2007
The author of "American Fascists" explores the Christian right's obsession with Armageddon and the self-fulfilling holocaust it will produce. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigApr 8, 2007
In this musical clip, legendary troubadour Tom Waits offers some irreverent incentive for getting the kids to church on Sunday, combining those two time-honored Easter staples: chocolate and Jesus. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
E.J. Dionne Jr. / TruthdigApr 7, 2007
Easter is as good a time as any to delve into the issues raised by faith and reason. In this essay, E.J. Dionne challenges the arguments of "neo-atheism." For an alternative point of view, read "An Atheist Manifesto" by Sam Harris. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Robert Scheer / TruthdigApr 4, 2007
The Supreme Court may not be interested in applying American values to Guantanamo Bay, but at least one soldier has taken a principled stand against the prison's tortured justice system. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
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