Donald Trump’s Anti-Semitism and the Media’s Own

Jacob Bacharach / Truthdig Aug 27, 2019 When it comes to American Jews critical of Israel, the political press has more in common with the president than it might care to admit. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Stunning Revival of America’s ‘Christian Left’

Laura E. Alexander / The Conversation Aug 19, 2019 Appalled by the Trump administration's treatment of migrants, religious leaders are increasingly voicing their dissent across the country. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

An Alienated Culture Grooms Women for Cults

Geri Spieler / Truthdig Apr 23, 2019 A society rife with loneliness puts pressure on women to be compliant and not make waves, making them ripe prey for sociopaths. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

Jesus Christ’s Lesson for the 21st Century

Robert Scheer / Truthdig Feb 15, 2019 Tom Catena, who risks his life daily to provide medical care in an African war zone, examines what it means to be a good Samaritan. Dig deeper ( 27 Min. Read )

The West Has Islam Dangerously Wrong

Robert Scheer / Truthdig Jan 18, 2019 University of Michigan professor and author Juan Cole explores our biggest misconceptions about the world's second-largest religion. (Pictured: author Sam Harris.) Dig deeper ( 18 Min. Read )

The Heresy of White Christianity

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Dec 10, 2018 James H. Cone, the father of black liberation theology, understood that the privileged can never grasp religion's true essence. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )

Is America ‘Civilized’? Not as Long as It Sanctions the Death Penalty

Kevin Cooper / Truthdig Oct 24, 2018 The ongoing support of capital punishment belies this country’s claim to having moved past the primitive stage of human development. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

The Culture of Hate

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Sep 17, 2018 In researching his new book, Truthdig columnist Chris Hedges mingled with groups driven by antipathy for Muslims and others. This excerpt from "America: The Farewell Tour" offers intimate portraits of a few of their members. Dig deeper ( 16 Min. Read )

Trump Warns of Left-Wing Violence if Democrats Win Midterms

JILL COLVIN / The Associated Press Aug 30, 2018 At a dinner for conservative Christian pastors, the president urges his supporters to get out the vote this November and warns of violence by opponents if they fail. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Philippine President Slammed for Calling God ‘Stupid’

JIM GOMEZ / The Associated Press Jun 25, 2018 Rodrigo Duterte, known for his controversial statements, sparks new outrage in Asia's largest Catholic country. Political and religious leaders are quick to denounce him as "evil" and a "madman." Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Kushner: Mideast Peace Plan Due Soon, With or Without Abbas

ILAN BEN ZION / The Associated Press Jun 24, 2018 In an interview with an Arabic-language newspaper, President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser appeals directly to the Palestinians and criticizes their leader. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Sexual Misconduct Cases Jolt Southern Baptists

DAVID CRARY / The Associated Press Jun 9, 2018 As the biggest Protestant denomination in the U.S. prepares for its annual meeting, its all-male leadership grapples with multiple cases of accusations against members. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )