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Crossing Territories: Walking and Writing with Mike Davis

Lynell George / Truthdig Nov 9, 2023 Reflecting on the void left in the wake of the legendary writer and activist's death, one year later. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

A black-and-white image of a man's face is large on the left side. Behind him, like a collage, several policemen walk side by side, toward us. Behind the policemen, also like a collage, two women and a man hold up a sign that reads, "END RACISM." On the right side of the picture, a soldier in camouflage print looks away from us. The soldier holds a large gun and wears a safety helmet with his face guard up.

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Mike Davis Mined L.A.’s Soul

Rubén Martínez / Capital & Main Nov 1, 2022 Mike Davis appreciation, in memory. "Glimpses of a Homegrown Revolutionary." Personal memories about working with Davis. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jul 1, 2019 His contrasting roles as revolutionary tactician and dictator offer lessons for a U.S. society under the heel of capitalist greed. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )

Carey McWilliams: The Most Important American Author Many Don’t Know

Staff / Truthdig Mar 1, 2019 Biographer Peter Richardson talks with us about the activist-writer's extraordinary career and how he inspired others to do their best work. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

A Second Woman Accuses Kavanaugh of Sexual Misconduct

LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK / The Associated Press Sep 23, 2018 In reaction to the allegation—denied by the judge in a White House statement—Sen. Feinstein has demanded a postponement in the confirmation process. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

We Need More Than a ‘Not Trump’ Strategy for Real Change

Paul Street / Truthdig Jan 24, 2018 A new book of essays by leading political analysts delves into the social and historical forces that produced our 45th presidency. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

‘Citizen Jane’: A Hugely Entertaining Film Oversimplifies the 1950s Battle Over Growth in New York

Carrie Rickey / Truthdig Apr 28, 2017 Matt Tyrnauer’s chronicle also fails to connect the dots between the issues that beset America’s largest city in 1957 and those facing urban centers today. (Pictured, Jane Jacobs.) Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Not a Revolution—Yet

Mike Davis / Truthdig Nov 17, 2016 The demographic weaknesses in Donald Trump's victory suggest America's future still lies with Bernie Sanders and his supporters. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

Searching for ‘Famous Men’ in Alabama: Mike Davis on His Favorite Banned Book

Mike Davis / Truthdig Sep 24, 2014 When I first witnessed a blood-red Alabama sunset, I thought of the Gudger and Ricketts families, their backs bent under the heavy bags of cotton, looking at this biblical ending to their long day of toil. The urge to re-read Agee was overwhelming. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )