The People Trump Totally Ignored on His Surprise Visit to Iraq
The U.S. president treats the Mideast nation like an empty vessel useful only for hosting the U.S. military.
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Truthdig's Top 50 TD Originals of 2017
In a tough year, our most popular opinion pieces provided analysis of the news and solutions for the problems we face.
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Truthdig Holiday Animations, Past and Present (Video)
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Truthdig's holiday animations are an annual tradition. Enjoy a look back at them from over the years.
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What Christmas Means
The tale of Jesus’ birth is not for oppressors. It is for the oppressed. And what is quaint and picturesque to those who live in privilege is visceral and empowering to those the world condemns.
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America’s War on America
That sound of doomsday you hear in the distance is not "ka-boom." It's "ka-ching."
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Truthdigger of the Week: Pope Francis, Who Embodies the Teachings of Christ
Much like the man whose birthday many will celebrate Sunday, the pope has dedicated his life to caring for the most vulnerable members of society. He's also trying to bring the Catholic Church into the new millennium amid significant turmoil.
Hanukkah and Christmas: A Return to Hope in Troubling Times
The holidays can be occasions for spiritual progressives to unite, affirm their shared message of hope and encourage their friends and families to join them in challenging the forces of fear.
VIDEO: John Oliver on the Art of Regifting
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Now that Christmas is over, here's some funny advice from the "Last Week Tonight" host about what to do with the gifts you don't need or want.
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Christmas and Christians in the Middle East (Video)
Whether Christmas, which in Eastern tradition is celebrated after Dec. 25, is joyous, sad or nerve-wracking for Christians in the Middle East this year depends very much on the country in which they live.
