World notes: Feb. 9, 2008
Guatemala: Labor mobilizes for democratic rights Afghanistan: Germans, Canadians question war England: Rich chisel on taxes Malawi: Strike for survival Burma: Democracy leader speaks out Cuba: Internet access to expand
Amazing race
In the wake of the day dubbed “Super Duper Tuesday,” some things seem clear.
Truth squad slams McCain
A truth squad descended on John McCain’s campaign headquarters in Fairfield, Conn., Feb. 3, holding signs that read, “Thanks for the Iraq recession” and “McCainonomics: More war, less jobs.”
Indianas threat to voting rights
The Supreme Court will soon rule on an Indiana law requiring citizens to present a government-issued photo ID every time they vote. The case is Crawford v. Marion County Election Board.
Prospects for Black and Latino unity
African Americans and Mexican Americans — and really all Latinos — have much to gain in the 2008 elections. There are opportunities for both communities to work together and lead the growing movement for political change in Washington.
Collective punishment
The blockaded and barricaded residents of Gaza performed a dramatic mass act of peaceful civil disobedience last week.
Editorial: Good riddance, Mr. Bush
Mr. President, you say the State of the Union is strong. After seven years of your regime, working people know otherwise. We’re still in an ill-gotten war that is bankrupting the country. We’re working harder for less, struggling to keep our homes and get health care. Our civil liberties are eroded. Our planet is at risk.
Editorial: A new day is dawning
African American History Month 2008 is an exciting time. Not only can we explore the special features of the African American experience through history, literature, music, dance, theater and the movies (go see “The Great Debaters”), but we can also take the time to be conscious of the connection between the African American experience and the dawning of a new day in our country.
