Peace and Security
Hate Crimes, Mass Shootings: Where’s the ‘Law and Order’?
There sure are a lot of hate crimes under this “law and order” administration.
We’re Killing Thousands of People to Enrich a Few Corporations
I’ve lived in Yemen. The lives of its people are worth more than any military contract.
Journalists Say Trump’s Caravan Claims Are ‘Evidence-Free.’ It’s Worse Than That.
Reporters know the president is telling racist lies to rile up his base. Why won’t they just say that?
A Devil’s Deal With Saudi Arabia
There’s no abuse a few stays at Trump hotels can’t fix.
All Laws That Make It a Crime to be Homeless Should Be Repealed
Here’s what should replace them.
Traumatizing Kids Out of Sight Is Just As Bad
We no longer see the images on TV every night, but it’s still happening.
Enough Folded Flags: Military Families Speak Out Against the Afghanistan War
A nation that doesn’t remember the people sent to fight on its behalf has no business sending more.
Don’t Arm This President With These Nukes
As President Trump gave a belligerent address at the UN, lawmakers rolled out legislation to ban “low-yield” nukes that raise the risk of conflict.
The Mean Drunk and the Mendacity
I fear the Senate will conclude that boys will be boys — and sometimes sexual predators — but they can still grow up to be Supreme Court justices.
‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws Encourage Dangerous Vigilantism
Some Americans call the cops on black people for frivolous reasons. Others appoint themselves judge, jury, and — sometimes — executioner.