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Photo Essay: Ron Kovic Today

Zuade Kaufman / Truthdig Jan 18, 2006 Ron Kovic, the author of "Born on the Fourth of July," the classic personal memoir about the aftermath of the Vietnam War, remains a committed activistPhoto Gallery. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Inside Chavez’s Venezuela

Sharmini Peries Nov 30, 2005 Sharmini Peries, foreign policy advisor to Venezuela President Hugo Chavez, talks about Latin America's most contentious leader -- and thorn in Washington's side -- since Fidel Castro. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Chicago Agonistes: The Plight of the L.A. Times

Steve Wasserman / Truthdig Nov 29, 2005 Under pressure from its Tribune Co. overseers, the paper will struggle to protect the journalistic excellence it took years to build. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )