Paul Von Blum / TruthdigSep 29, 2017
Essays in a new book edited by Angela Davis show how black males remain the chief victims of law enforcement. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
By John PilgerJul 10, 2017
The historic injustice in Palestine is at the heart of the Middle East dilemma. Until that injustice is resolved, there will be no peace in the region, or perhaps anywhere. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )
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Bill Boyarsky / TruthdigFeb 2, 2017
A new book about the conflict between police and residents in South Los Angeles paints a much more humane, complex picture of poverty than President Trump does. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Eric Ortiz / TruthdigSep 11, 2016
NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick took a risk with his national-anthem protest against injustice in the U.S. Now other athletes are joining him, as are countless other Americans who want to overturn the status quo. Their courage can make all the difference. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )
Allen Barra / TruthdigAug 5, 2016
The silent gesture by medalists John Carlos and Tommie Smith was meant to raise awareness of human rights, not dishonor the flag. Both men deserve an apology for how they have been treated. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJul 13, 2016
Chris LeDay, who posted the video of the Louisiana man’s death at the hands of police officers, was arrested on what he says were fabricated charges 24 hours after the video went viral. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
John Kiriakou / TruthdigJun 1, 2016
Tom Cotton, a Republican from Arkansas, argues that the U.S. isn't putting enough people behind bars. He ignores the fact that when ex-felons are allowed to reintegrate into society as productive, tax-paying citizens with voting rights, they are far less likely to reoffend. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Alexander Reed Kelly / TruthdigMar 20, 2016
Contrary to widespread concern, a U.S. security panel has decided that many of the detainees at Gitmo are not "too dangerous" to be freed. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJan 13, 2016
Nonracism is a “moral stance, an entire code for living your life and dealing with all the injustice in the world by not doing a damn thing,” says author Marlon James. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Alexander Reed Kelly / TruthdigApr 5, 2015
A careful look at the Gospels may offer a picture of the original Easter message that is more startling than the theme of lilies, chocolate and eternal salvation that prevails today, writes Brandon Ambrosino in The Boston Globe. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
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