Illuminating the Darkness in the Age of Despair

Staff / Truthdig Jul 4, 2017 In a U.K. commencement speech, the author urges grads to "confront the poisonous authoritarianism that is emerging in many countries today." (Pictured, an anti-Trump march in London.) Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Thinking Dangerously: The Role of Higher Education in Authoritarian Times

By Henry Giroux / Truthout Jun 30, 2017 Any viable attempt at developing democratic politics must address the role of education and civic literacy as central to politics itself. Dig deeper ( 15 Min. Read )

Chris Hedges on How to Create Effective Resistance to Fascism (Video)

BLANK Jun 10, 2017 Truthdig columnist Chris Hedges, drawing on history and his own experience, outlines how to effectively oppose the Trump regime. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Noam Chomsky on Climate Change, Foreign Policy and ‘the Facade of Trumpisms’ (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Jun 2, 2017 The acclaimed political critic and philosopher delves into a number of pressing subjects in a special hour-long talk with Amy Goodman on Democracy Now! Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Dancing With the Devil: Trump’s Politics of Fascist Collaboration

By Henry Giroux / Truthout May 17, 2017 The undeniable truth is that Trump is the product of an authoritarian movement and ideology with fascist overtones. Dig deeper ( 15 Min. Read )

Thinking Dangerously in Dark Times

By Henry Giroux / The Philosophical Salon Apr 28, 2017 In view of a relentless attack on the truth and on the ethical imagination, it's crucial for Americans to uphold critical thinking and hold authority accountable. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Shutting Down American-Style Authoritarianism

Staff / Truthdig Apr 22, 2017 The horrors unfolding under the Trump administration are abetted by liberals who still believe that capitalism and democracy are synonymous. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )

A Radical Message From a Half-Century Ago

By Ira Chernus / TomDispatch Apr 18, 2017 The largest mobilization for progressive politics since the Vietnam era offers an opportunity to go beyond treating symptoms and start offering cures for underlying illnesses. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

VIDEO: Why Idealism Isn’t Just for Dreamers

Staff / Truthdig Sep 27, 2015 In today's political world, idealism is seen as the enemy of realism and getting things done. But, British journalist Gary Younge argues, idealism is absolutely necessary for society to continue progressing into the world we want to see. It's what makes things that seem impossible today the reality of the future. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Russell Brand Sits Down With a Philosopher to Find the ‘Truth Behind the Headlines’

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig Apr 19, 2014 Some newspapers would have you believe you're in constant danger of being eaten by a giant South American bird around the corner from your home. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

TED, Reconsidered

Staff / Truthdig Jan 1, 2014 Ah, TED talks. They boast the veneer of prestige, the promise of innovation, and many have gone viral seemingly irrespective of the actual merit of their content. What gives? Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

‘There’s No Downside’ to Drones, Philosopher Says

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Aug 3, 2012 A newly hired philosophy professor at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif., has become the latest defender of President Obama’s deadly drone program. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )