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Iran 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 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.
Read moreNew bombings raise tensions, repression in Turkey
January 15, 2016A suicide bombing, evidently carried out by the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, killed ten German tourists in a historic square in downtown Istanbul, Turkey.
Read moreLooking back, glancing ahead
January 14, 2016Biggest threat to democracy, economic security, equality, peace, and a livable planet: The Republican Party.
Read moreLet Cuba Live Committee of Maine says end Cuban Adjustment Act
January 13, 2016"We call upon Congress to repeal the Cuban Adjustment Act," which has "led to the deaths of Cubans crossing the Florida Straits in boats."
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