International
Why was Venezuela suspended from South American trade bloc?
December 5, 2016In a victory for the international Right, on Dec. 2, MERCOSUR announced the suspension of Venezuela.
Read moreNo peace yet in Colombia despite war’s end
December 5, 2016The war between FARC and the government is over, but peace remains elusive.
Read moreLeft coalition keeps right wing on the defensive in Portugal
December 5, 2016While right wing parties menace the political landscape in the U.S. and Europe, they have been substantially beaten back in Portugal.
Read moreOde to Fidel Castro
November 30, 2016From “Ode to Fidel Castro,” from Edward Field’s book Stand Up, Friend, With Me.
Read moreJapanese opposition and civil society groups unite for next election
November 29, 2016Four opposition parties, including the Japanese Communist Party, and the Civil Alliance agreed to establish policies in common for the next election.
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