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Peace finally possible in Colombia, justice less certain
January 27, 2016An agreement to end five decades of armed conflict between the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government of that country now seems inevitable.
Read moreWorld facing “new extremes” in the widening wealth gap
January 25, 2016Wealth inequality will grow, and with it greater instability, continued crisis, and deepening misery for the world's working people.
Read moreIran sanctions eased, exiles urge more progress on democratic rights
January 22, 2016The Tudeh Party brought attention to the government's economic failings as one reason for its willingness to negotiate with international powers.
Read moreU.S. vultures circle Argentina, demand repayment of odious debt
January 19, 2016The vulture funds bought up distressed debts from the past for pennies on the dollar; now they are demanding repayment of the whole original value, thus making a killing.
Read moreRight and left face off in Venezuelan legislature
January 15, 2016Since Maduro's United Socialist Party of Venezuela lost its majority in the Dec. 6 legislative election, its battle with right forces has entered a new stage.
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