Poor People’s Campaign Kicks Off in Washington, D.C.

Emily Wells and Michael Nigro / Truthdig May 14, 2018 Thousands of activists and civil rights advocates gather in an effort to relaunch Martin Luther King's fight against poverty, war and income inequality. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

‘March for Our Lives’: ‘Don’t I Deserve To Grow Up?’ (Live Blog)

Emily Wells and Michael Nigro / Truthdig Mar 24, 2018 Throngs of students and gun control advocates take to the streets across the United States to demand that their lives and safety become a political priority. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Hundreds of Thousands Join Women’s Marches Across the Country

Staff / Truthdig Jan 20, 2018 Truthdig shares photo and video updates from the Women's March demonstrations in Washington, D.C., New York City, Seattle and beyond. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

Tax Day March Highlights Income Inequality (Multimedia)

Staff / Truthdig Apr 15, 2017 Thousands across the nation rallied Saturday to demand the release of President Trump's tax returns and protest economic and tax injustice. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

President Donald Trump Is Ushered In With Pomp and Protest

Staff / Truthdig Jan 20, 2017 As he becomes the 45th chief executive of the United States, Trump promises prosperity, "winning" and order -- and demonstrators exercise their rights.As he becomes the 45th chief executive of the United States, Trump promises prosperity, "winning" and order—and demonstrators exercise their rights. Dig deeper ( 19 Min. Read )

After Days of Political Controversy, Presidential Nominees Hold Their Ground in Second Debate

Emma Niles / Truthdig Oct 10, 2016 Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton fielded questions about issues that have rocked their campaigns in recent days. By showing some discipline in his performance, Trump may have staved off political disaster. Dig deeper ( 19 Min. Read )

Democratic Convention Live Blog, Day 3: Balancing Unity, Positivity and the Threat of Trump

BLANK Jul 27, 2016 On Night 3 of the convention, top speakers called for party unity and optimism to combat any chance of a Trump presidency. President Obama, the keynote speaker, thrilled the audience with a captivating, eloquent speech.On Night 3 of the convention, top speakers, including President Obama, called for party unity and optimism to combat any chance of a Trump presidency. Dig deeper ( 16 Min. Read )

Democratic National Convention Demonstrators Led by Chris Hedges, Cornel West (Multimedia)

Staff / Truthdig Jul 26, 2016 On the first day of the Democratic National Convention, demonstrators -- led by Truthdig contributor Chris Hedges and the longtime activist Cornel West -- marched from Philadelphia City Hall down Broad Street.On the first day of the Democratic National Convention, demonstrators—led by Truthdig contributor Chris Hedges and the longtime activist Cornel West—marched from Philadelphia City Hall down Broad Street. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Live at Truthdig: Questioning Republican and Democratic Extremism

Staff / Truthdig Jul 22, 2016 On Thursday, Truthdig Editor in Chief Robert Scheer and his team discussed the political climate with special guest and Truthdig political correspondent Bill Boyarsky. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

A Lens on the GOP Convention: Protesters, Pontificators and the Surveillance State (Multimedia)

Michael Nigro / Truthdig Jul 21, 2016 Photojournalist Michael Nigro live streamed the "Stand Together Against Trump March," which took place in Cleveland on Day 4 of the Republican National Convention. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

A Lens on the GOP Convention: Activists Arrested for Flag Burning on Day 3 (Multimedia)

Michael Nigro / Truthdig Jul 20, 2016 Protesters calling attention to Donald Trump's proposed immigration plan attempted to "Wall Off Trump" by forming a long human barrier. It was one of many acts of civil disobedience in Cleveland. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Republican Convention Live Blog: On Day 3, America Meets Donald Trump’s Secret Weapon

Staff / Truthdig Jul 20, 2016 If the enchanting Mike Pence helps Republicans recapture the White House this fall, don’t say Thomas Frank, Robert Scheer and other progressive journalists didn't warn you. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )