W. T. Whitney Jr.

W.T. Whitney Jr. is a political journalist whose focus is on Latin America, health care, and anti-racism. A Cuba solidarity activist, he formerly worked as a pediatrician, and lives in rural Maine.

LATEST ARTICLES BY W. T. Whitney Jr.

News

Connecting women’s oppression, capitalism, and war
March 28, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
A close look at recent studies.
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Labor

Kill Medicaid to fund billionaire tax cuts? Maine nurses say no
March 27, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Unionized nurses tell Sen. Susan Collins to vote against any Medicaid cuts.
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World

U.S. imperialism declares war on Cuban doctors
March 19, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Rubio’s assault on Cuban medical missions contends with Caribbean opposition born in revolution.
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Politics

Despite appearances, the defunding of USAID is no help to Cuba
March 11, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
USAID funds for destabilization may have gotten wrapped up in humanitarian cuts, but the U.S. imperialism is finding other ways to carry out its mission.
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Opinion

Cuba’s Revolution draws strength from historical memory
March 3, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Cuban newspaper writer tells opponents of the country not to count on people there getting tired of the struggle.
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Politics

Sanders speech on Trump takeover is good medicine for socialists
February 20, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
The independent socialist senator highlighted violations of the U.S. Constitution and workers’ rights.
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News

Ecuador’s presidential voting moves to second round, with U.S. paying attention
February 14, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
A new vote is needed so one person can garner a majority.
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U.S.

Colombian president condemns the desperation and cruelty on deportation planes
January 30, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
His attempt to halt such flights into his country was a cry for decency and humanity.
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