McCain Blames Wildfires on Immigrant Smoke Signals (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Jun 21, 2011 While five wildfires burn up Arizona, Sen. John McCain has decided now is the perfect time for demagoguery. (more) Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Trump Spares Us the Possibility of His Becoming President (Video)

Staff / Truthdig May 17, 2011 After a few months of fuss, from anointing himself King Birther to calling the Chinese "motherfuckers," Donald Trump has decided that "Celebrity Apprentice" needs him more than America does, even though " If I were to run, I would be able to win the primary and ultimately, the general election". Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Israel Opens Fire on Protesters (Video)

Staff / Truthdig May 15, 2011 As many as 13 are dead and scores more injured after Israeli forces shot at protesters Sunday Crowds gathered near the borders of Gaza, Lebanon and Syria to condemn the founding of Israel Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said of the dead, "Their blood will not go to waste" (more)As many as <a href="http://www. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Mubarak Will Not Step Down (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Feb 11, 2011 Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak once again defied calls to step down. During a 10-minute speech Thursday, Mubarak repeated that he will stay on until September elections, contradicting widespread reports that he would capitulate. Anderson Cooper just called Mubarak's "lies" a "slap in the face." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

The Latest From Egypt’s Uprising: Thursday

Staff / Truthdig Feb 4, 2011 These news reports on the ground in Egypt suggest the protesters and their embattled dictator are no closer to resolving their impasse. Dig deeper

Live Chat: Robert Scheer on Obama’s Call for Less Regulation

BLANK Jan 21, 2011 If you missed our live video chat, in which Robert Scheer discussed with readers his latest column, "Obama Pulls a Clinton," or you just want to relive the excitement, you can read the full transcript here. Update: Video Dig deeper ( 22 Min. Read )

Rangel Defends His Honor in House Hearing (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Nov 19, 2010 By the time Rep Jo Bonner, the top-ranking Republican on the House ethics committee, was halfway through his commentary about the alleged wrongdoings of veteran Congressman Charlie Rangel (above), it was clear that what was at stake was (continued). Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Graffiti Artist Redraws ‘Simpsons’ Intro (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Oct 12, 2010 Although it has now been not funny longer than it was the best show on television (or ever?), "The Simpsons" is still finding ways to stay innovative. This guest title sequence, overseen by brilliant street artist Banksy, self-reflexively addresses accusations of slave labor against the show. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )