Uruguay: Keeping the Military in Check
On Friday October 17, former Uruguayan president Juan María Bordaberry and his foreign minister, Juan Carlos Blanco, were placed under arrest. They have been implicated in murders of two politicians, Zelmar Michelini and Héctor Gutiérrez Ruíz, as well as suspected members of the Tupamaros, Rosario Barredo and William Whitelaw, in Buenos Aires on May 1976.
Another world is necessary, urgent and possible
Today it is more necessary than ever that revolutionary and left-wing forces get together to analyze the current world situation and propose concrete actions.
China's Proposed Labor Reforms Spark Controversy and Hope in US
Proposed revisions to China's labor laws, presented for discussion at this December's 19th Conference of the 10th Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, are stirring controversy among labor and business groups in the US.
Pimping Mike Tyson
Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson began life in the condemned projects of Brooklyn, and condemned he has remained. His American journey has included stops in homeless shelters, reform schools, bankruptcy courts, and prison. Along the way, he earned and lost more than $100 million.
Organized Labor in Retreat Just When It is Needed Most
So who is surprised construction workers are treated worse than dogs in the United Arab Emirates? Who is surprised to find migrant workers from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh building skyscrapers for just 10% of the average UAE wage of $2,106 per month?
New Book Launched in Venezuela: “Bush vs. Chavez”
Venezuelan-U.S. Attorney, Eva Golinger, inaugurated her new book during the closing events of the 2nd International Book Fair in Caracas Sunday night. Her book, Bush vs. Chavez: Washington’s War Against Venezuela.
Australian Government renews attack on refugees
A High Court decision in favour of an appeal brought by the Federal Government means that asylum seekers will now have to 'prove' that conditions in the country from which they fled are not safe enough for them to return at the expiry of their Temporary Protection Visas (TPVs).
The Consequences of US Domination
The imperialist character of the 'New World Order' has been demonstrated in the most evident way through the NATO raid against Yugoslavia, the invasion and continuous occupation of Iraq, the recent Israeli raid against Lebanon and so many other tragic examples.
Limiting Family Planning for the Poor
It appears as if Dr. Keroack’s chief qualification, in the eyes of President Bush, for his new position is his strong support for abstinence-only sex education.
U.S. v. Bush
Now, we almost all agree that Bush and Cheney have done bad things. But have they actually committed crimes? If you know anyone who has any doubts on this topic, may I recommend a brilliant little book for you to stick in their stocking next month?
