Closing wealth gap tops Obama’s State of the Union
President Obama, in his 2014 State of the Union speech here last night, defined narrowing of the unprecedented wealth gap in America as a major task facing the nation.
Amistad Awards inspire unity and struggle
NEW HAVEN, CONN. -- From the opening video and drumming to the remarks of the awardees, songs, youth slide show and finale, an atmosphere of unity and optimism inspired the entire multi-racial audience at the 2013 People's World Amistad Awards, held in the auditorium of Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School.
Public opposition could be key in Congress Syria vote
Polls show substantial public opposition to a military strike on Syria, even "limited" strikes to deter chemical weapons use.
The White House and “Cold War mentality”
President Obama told a Tonight Show audience Aug. 6 that there are times the Russians "slip back into Cold War thinking and a Cold War mentality."
Chicago’s “Red Squad” stories reveal damage to democracy
CHICAGO - A lively symposium on this city's infamous "Red Squad" took place June 1 at the Chicago History Museum.
Obama proposes end to "state of perpetual war"
In a speech at the National Defense University yesterday President Barack Obama declared the nation must move away from the "state of perpetual war" that has existed since 9/11.
Indefatigable peace leader readies for big teleconference
Judith LeBlanc has been working non-stop over the last 10 years to end U.S.wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
UN to investigate U.S. drone strikes
The announcement comes as several related aspects of U.S. military policy are intersecting early in President Obama's second term.
Vets, military families rally for Obama
Military families gave Tammy Duckworth a hero's welcome as the congressional candidate who lost both legs walked to the speakers platform.
Anti-nuclear weapons activist returns to prison
With prayer and song, dozens of supporters saw anti-nuclear weapons campaigner Susan Crane back to prison.
