politics
A season’s reflections on socialism
December 23, 2014Nine reflections on the fall of the Soviet Union, what socialism is and isn't, and getting to socialism USA.
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The present and future of Jerusalem: a peace activist’s view
December 19, 2014Since the war between Israel and the surrounding Arab states, the mantra for many Israeli politicians has been "Jerusalem, the united and undivided eternal capital of Israel."
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Ten bright spots for hope in 2014
December 19, 2014Let's keep hope alive this holiday season and into the New Year with the hope and expectation that lasting victories are possible!
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U.S. and Cuba announce re-establishment of diplomatic relations!
December 17, 2014Obama and Raul Castro announced a breathtakingly radical agreement to change the relationship between the two countries.
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Inside story on how one little city slew an oil dragon
December 16, 2014A dragon by the name of Chevron, breathing a fire fueled by Citizens United and $3.1 million in cash, succumbed to the people of the tiny city of Richmond, California.
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