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Police Use Ignorance of the Law as a Defense, But You Can’t
On this episode we take a critical look at the obstacles to holding police accountable, and expose how both politicians and judges defend an institution that is often at odds with communities. Subscribe to our…
Bernie Sanders Is Fighting to End the Media’s Demonization of Socialism
We had a conversation with Sen. Sanders’ Press Secretary Briahna Joy Gray on the right-wing talking points used by mainstream media to discredit Sen. Sanders and the falsehoods about socialism perpetuated by the GOP. Subscribe…
How a protest exposed a serious rift in the Democratic Party
There was chatter among Congressional reporters about wandering over to The Monocle for a drink last Wednesday night. The Monocle is an old-school Capitol Hill watering hole located next to U.S. Capitol Police Headquarters and…
letter to New York gov Hochul calling for ban of pro-Hamas student group
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Monday sent a letter to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul asking that the Democrat ban “Students for Justice in Palestine,” a pro-Palestinian group whom they allege has “spewed hate…
Johnson’s Brexit Mess Now a “Constitutional Crisis”
Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson tried to undermine parliament and the Brexit process by temporarily suspending parliament, but now a court has ruled that the suspension is unlawful and a constitutional crisis unfolds, says Grace…
NH court sides with public school districts in education spending case
New Hampshire should be spending at least 80% more per pupil on public schools, a judge said Monday in one of two rulings that could force significant changes to education funding.Lawmakers have been grappling with…
Over a Hundred Arrested Resisting one of the World’s Largest Arms Fairs
Hundreds of protesters gathered in East London at one of the world’s largest arms fairs seeking to peacefully prevent the Defence and Security Equipment International from going ahead as usual. Subscribe to our page and…
Ohio redistricting overhaul plan once again permitted to gather signatures after second round of approvals
Citizens Not Politicians has once again been granted permission to gather signatures for a citizen-led redistricting initiative.The group’s previously-approved proposal had to undergo a second round of state approvals because of a typo on the…
With Bolton Out, Will Trump Give Peace a Chance?
Former State Dept. official Matthew Hoh says he supports the removal of National Security Advisor John Bolton, who advocated for war and the interests of the military industrial complex Subscribe to our page and support…
Witchcraft, Anarchy and the Rise of LeftTube
A new generation of leftists are fighting the alt-right and influencing the progressive discourse one video essay at a time. We asked anarchist and libertarian socialist Angie Speaks about engaging with the isolation and loneliness…
White House issues stern defense of Biden’s ‘stamina’ on 81st birthday amid growing age concerns
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre issued a stern defense of President Biden’s “stamina” on Monday, his 81st birthday, when questioned over the growing concerns surrounding his age.”I would put the president’s stamina, the president’s…
Is India Restricting Freedom of the Press in Kashmir?
A month after India suspended autonomy in Indian-controlled Kashmir, reporters there still face severe restrictions. Local media outlets are struggling to report freely under an unprecedented communications blackout. What does that mean for Kashmiris? Subscribe…
Tennessee Supreme Court justice announces retirement
Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Roger Page announced Monday his intent to retire on Aug. 31, 2024.Page, an appointee of former Republican Gov. Bill Haslam, began serving on the Volunteer State’s high court in 2016.”The Tennessee…
Opposition candidate officially declared Liberia’s president-elect after incumbent concedes
Election officials in Liberia on Monday formally declared Joseph Boakai the president-elect, three days after incumbent George Weah conceded defeat based on the runoff vote’s provisional results.According to the National Elections Commission, Boakai won with…
Kashmir Lockdown Leaves Medical Care in Chaos
In August, India revoked Kashmir’s special status and imposed a communications blackout. The restrictions have had an impact on medical care. With hospital operating rooms on standby for emergencies, patients with scheduled operations are put…
Italian court convicts more than 200 involved powerful organized crime syndicate
An Italian court on Monday convicted more than 200 people for their involvement in the ‘ndrangheta, an organized crime syndicate that has built up a powerful global network through drug trafficking and other illicit revenues. Recalling…
Mexican government forces freight lines to prioritize passenger rail
Mexico’s government issued a decree Monday that will force private freight railway lines to give preference to passenger train service over their normal freight runs.The decree gives the two main private concessionary rail operators until…
North Carolina Did What SCOTUS Wouldn’t – Ended GOP Gerrymandering
A North Carolina state court panel stopped the GOP’s gerrymandering plan by ruling that the maps drawn for GOP-dominated voting districts were in violating of the state’s constitution, and of the rights of North Carolina…
Dutch populist leader hit, injured by beer bottle 2 days before election
The leader of a far-right Dutch populist party was hit on the head with a beer bottle Monday in an attack that took place two days before the Netherlands holds a general election.Thierry Baudet, leader…
Israeli Security Tech on US-Mexican Border Threatens Nation’s Civil Liberties
The ACLU’s Jay Stanley says that the Border Patrol’s repurposing of surveillance technology and drones could open doors that put our liberty and privacy at risk Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
Finnish PM signals support for further crackdowns at Russian border amid migrant influx
Finland’s prime minister on Monday said the country may need to take further actions on its border with Russia after closing four border crossings in an attempt to stem a recent increase in asylum-seekers.Finland, which…
US and Iran “At Cliff’s Edge”
Iran’s president Hassan Rouhani presented an ultimatum of two months to the EU to save the Iran nuclear deal. However, the deal is likely to continue to deteriorate, says The Independent’s Patrick Cockburn Subscribe to…
Haitian authorities arrest ex-mayor in connection with President Moïse’s 2021 killing
Authorities in Haiti on Monday arrested a new suspect in the July 2021 slaying of President Jovenel Moïse.Macky Kessa, a former mayor of the southern coastal city of Jacmel, was detained but has not been…
Calling BS on the ‘Bad Apples’ Theory of Police Misconduct
On this episode of The Police Accountability Report, we tell a harrowing tale of a firsthand experience with drug dealing cops reveals the long and troubling history of police selling narcotics, and calls into question…
Ukrainian winner of Eurovision Song Contest placed on wanted list by Russia
The winner of the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest is topping the charts on a different list — a wanted list by Russia. On Monday, reports revealed an Interior Ministry database listed Ukrainian singer Susana Jamaladinova as…
State Department says ‘transition period’ must follow Israel-Hamas war
With the Israel-Hamas war lingering into its seventh week, the State Department was pressed Monday on how the Biden administration envisions the conflict ending and what precisely comes next. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said the…
Mozambique’s Farmers Face Food Crisis
Several months after a devastating cyclone hit Mozambique, farmers are still reeling from the losses to their crops. Food prices have risen dramatically and millions of people continue to rely on emergency aid Subscribe to…
