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In Pictures: Ron Kovic Today

Ron Kovic / Truthdig Jan 26, 2006 Paralyzed from the chest down by Vietnam War wounds, and confined to a wheelchair for almost 40 years, Ron Kovic stands as a symbol of the brutality of war. He also exemplifies a man's ability to transform such tragedy into a lifelong pursuit of peace -- for himself and his country. Listen to the audio, then come view the site's Kovic photo gallery. Dig deeper

Mr. Fish – Liberal Phil

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Cronkite on Iraq: “Get Out Now”

Staff / Truthdig Jan 16, 2006 He's not just another pundit. The former CBS anchor is credited with helping turn U.S. public opinion against Vietnam in 1968. | story Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

Blair Golson / Truthdig Jan 16, 2006 Back in 1968, it wasn't the Fox network but Time and the Washington Post that branded war critics as fifth columnists. Also, read about an illegal wiretap operation that makes today's version look downright cordial. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Alito, a Youthful Enemy of the Warren Court

Staff / Truthdig Jan 9, 2006 The Washington Post details Alito's long-held antipathy to the segregation-ending court. | moreAlso, check out our extensive paper trail on the nominee. | link Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )