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Wednesday, 16 May 2012 19:22
Mitt Romney On Obama And Clinton: It’s A Beef, Not A Bromance
Des Moines, IA--Mitt Romney seems to have found a constant companion on the campaign trail these days. It's not his wife. And it's not any of the revolving cast of veep wannabees who have hit the hustings with the presumptive nominee over these last weeks.
Wednesday, 16 May 2012 19:15
US Arms Sale Sends Wrong Signal to Bahrain, Groups Say
The administration of U.S. President Barack Obama is sending the wrong signal to the government of Bahrain in proceeding with a partial sale of new arms to Manama, according to human rights activists and some lawmakers.
Wednesday, 16 May 2012 19:12
For the Big Food Industry, Lobbying Pays Big Dividends
Even with First Lady Michelle Obama pushing hard for healthier food choices for children, Washington has failed in key battles against the processed food industry, according to a special report from Reuters.
Wednesday, 16 May 2012 19:10
House Panel Wants $5.3B More For Weapons
A powerful House defense spending panel has recommended adding more than $5.3 billion to the Pentagon’s procurement accounts in 2013 to buy more aircraft, ships, vehicles and weapons, according to a report.
Monday, 14 May 2012 22:58
Judge Blasts Bureau of Land Management in Wild Horse Killing Case
Although big firm “corporate lawyers” have a well-deserved reputation for sharp dealing and exploiting technicalities, attorneys working for the government are equally willing to hide behind picayune loopholes when it benefits their client.
Monday, 14 May 2012 11:12
Political Insights: Obama Restarts Culture Wars on Offense
In the 2012 edition of the culture wars, a new side is starting on offense.
Saturday, 12 May 2012 22:36
Chicago Police Prepare For NATO Summit With Riot Gear And Sound Cannon
Tens of thousands of demonstrators will descend on Chicago, Illinois this month to protest the annual conference of NATO nations, and police are preparing with the help of one million dollars’ worth of weapons and riot gear.
Wednesday, 09 May 2012 21:01
As Anti-Americanism Rises ...
While United States troops mounted joint military exercises with their Filipino counterparts in an annual show of force in the Philippines held as part of the two sides' Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA), civil society groups staged the largest anti-American protest here in nearly a decade.
Wednesday, 09 May 2012 18:05
US Aids Rebels, Vows Regime Change
Though again conceding that violations continue on both sides, UN Special Envoy Kofi Annan urged continuing support for his peace plan in Syria, saying it was possibly the “last chance to avoid war” and that Syria could quickly deteriorate if the ceasefire collapses.
Tuesday, 08 May 2012 15:25
Global Corporations Undermining Democracy Worldwide
In a world where governments are increasingly subservient to global finance capital, multinationals are gaining ground in the fight against state regulations that aim to protect the environment, public health or social policies.
Monday, 07 May 2012 22:56
Utah and Arizona Pass Bills to Seize Federal Land; Sioux Indians Demand the Same
Conservative legislators in Utah and Arizona have recently passed new laws demanding that the federal government turn over control of federally-owned land in those states or face state taxation.
Monday, 07 May 2012 22:54
Gitmo 9/11 Tribunal ‘Could Take Years’
The 9/11 military tribunal at Guantanamo Bay opened Saturday, with a long 13-hour arraignment hearing presaging what those on both sides say will be a long, difficult legal fight that could continue for several years.
Monday, 07 May 2012 22:52
Reality Check: Yes, President Obama Is a Hawk
Hawk (noun): A person who favors military force or action in order to carry out foreign policy. -- The American Heritage Dictionary
Sunday, 06 May 2012 11:15
Obama Pleads At Rally: ‘I’m Asking You To Keep Believing In Me’
Fighting to recapture the magic of his history-making 2008 campaign, President Barack Obama on Saturday laid out his fullest-yet case for reelection, pleading with struggling Americans to "keep believing in me" and hitting out at presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney.
Saturday, 05 May 2012 17:51
Mitt Romney's Neocon War Cabinet
It’s safe to say that foreign policy was not the strong suit of this year’s contenders for the GOP presidential nomination. Rick Perry labeled the Turkish government “Islamic terrorists.”
