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The Unchecked Growth of Policing Makes Everyone a Criminal, Even Children
Despite a nationwide drop in crime, the number of cops continues to grow. In this episode of the Police Accountability Report we examine some of the consequences of that growth and how it leads to…
Impeachment Begins; Trump Panics as Facts Unfold
Even though it is becoming clear that Trump violated the Constitution, the partisan divide is only getting deeper. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended…
The Autoworker Strike Is Over. Did GM Just Win?
After five weeks on strike, a majority of UAW members voted for a contract that retains the tiered workforce they fought against–but that doesn’t mean the struggle is over. Subscribe to our page and support…
GOP Voter Suppression Campaign Continues in Georgia
The GOP barely won the Georgia statehouse despite their campaign of suppressing 1.4 million votes. Jacqueline Luqman talks to Anoa Changa about how a new round of voter registration purges is a continuation of the…
Rex Tillerson Testifies in Climate Denial Case
Longtime ExxonMobil CEO and former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson testified in a case pitting the company against the state of New York. ExxonMobil faces civil charges of defrauding investors by funding climate denial, even…
Can Land Value Tax Give Baltimore’s Neighborhoods Back To Their Residents?
Joshua Vincent of the Center for the Study of Economics talks about how a land value tax could give Baltimore residents relief from the wealth extraction that absentee landlords perpetrate. Subscribe to our page and…
A Call For Peace, A Demand for Justice
“These are broken people, in a broken city, in a broken system.†Baltimore Ceasefire’s Youth Ambassadors remember those who have been killed, and are pushing leaders to address the inequality and trauma that leads to…
Julian Assange’s Extradition Process Is ‘A Charade’
Filmmaker John Pilger attended Julian Assange’s last court hearing and observed not only that Assange is visibly suffering from prison mistreatment, but his defense is not being given a fair chance to make its case…
Protesters in Chile Have Been ‘Murdered, Tortured, and Disappeared’
Chile’s President Piñera says foreign intervention and a conspiracy are behind the recent protests. But protesters say what’s happening is an explosion of long-contained rage against poverty, inequality, and oppression. Subscribe to our page and…
Microsoft’s Reduced Workweek Increased Productivity by 40%
Microsoft’s Japan office reduced its workweek to four days for a full month, and productivity jumped by 40%. Why isn’t it implemented everywhere? Richard Wolff explains why we’ve worked five days a week since the…
Ben and Jerry’s Support of HR 40 Might Mainstream the Reparations Discussion
The iconic, progressive ice cream company is in favor of a House Bill that would develop reparations proposals—a sign that attitudes towards a once-radical answer to racial parity are shifting. Subscribe to our page and…
Brazilians March Against Bolsonaro and his Ties to Murder of Activist
The anti-Bolsonaro marches come amid extremely concerning revelations, which allegedly tie the president to the murder of the councilwoman and LGBT activist Marielle Franco last year. Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
Facebook Sues Israeli Cyber Security Co. NSO Over WhatsApp Surveillance
Shir Hever discusses the strategy of the Israeli offensive cyber company NSO, its roots in the notorious Israeli “8200†military intelligence unit, and how it crossed a line that very few companies dare cross. Subscribe…
Right Wing Nationalist Rulers: An International Movement That Threatens Our Future
Trump is the international right’s Godfather and, as John Feffer tells us, they are filling the void of fear that has been left in the wake of neoliberal policies. The question is whether progressives and…
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After Democrats Push Bill to Send Fracked Gas to EU, Trump Includes in Budget
The European Energy Security and Diversification Act, legislation offering $1B to promote sending U.S. fracked gas to EU countries, was inserted into the federal budget bill signed into law by President Donald Trump. Democrats invoked…
The Top 5 Mainstream Media Myths That Perpetuate Income Inequality
The Real News takes aim at the top 5 mainstream myths that bolster income inequality and tout the ultra-rich. Director: Dwayne Gladden Audio Engineer: Taylor Hebden Camera Operator: Adam Coley Bababtunde Ogunfolaju Video Editor: Stephen…
What is the Future of the Labour Party?
The Nation’s Rachel Shabi analyzes why Labour was crushed in the last election. She also explores what this says about the future of political struggle in Britain, the United States, and the world. Director/Video Editor:…
11 Pro Impeachment Activists Arrested at Sen. Mitch McConnell’s Office
“By The People” is a grassroots group that has been pushing for impeachment for a long time. Instead of taking a pause to celebrate victory, they showed up at Senator McConnell’s office to demand that…
Debate: Is Impeachment the Best Way to Get Rid of Trump?
Jacobin Magazine hosted articles on either side, Real News now hosts their debate. Does Impeachment make any sense? Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended…
The last Democratic Debate and the Future of the Democratic Party
Last week’s debate didn’t connect with viewers or mobilize the base. Director/Video Editor: Taylor Hebden Audio Engineer: Adam Coley Visual Producer: Andrew Corkery Chase Producer : Genevieve Montinar Subscribe to our page and support our…
Egypt Bans Journalist Daoud Kuttab from a Transparency Conference
Journalist Daoud Kuttab was barred from entering Egypt without being given a reason. His banning indicates the growing paranoia of the Egyptian regime in the face of mounting international criticism. Director/Video Editor: Cameron Granadino Audio…
Where is the Outrage Over British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Book, ’72 Virgins’?
Marc Steiner and Moshe Machover discuss why the lack of outrage over Johnson’s book is so concerning. Director/Video Editor: Cameron Granadino Audio Engineer: Taylor Hebden Visual Producer: Andrew Corkery Chase Producer: Genevieve Montinar Subscribe to…
NAARPR Relaunch Renews National Fight Against Police Repression
As we enter a new phase of racist and political repression in the US with the convergence of a myriad of political and social issues, how are we planning to fight against this? Jacqueline Luqman…
Year in Climate Crisis: Fossil Fuels Expansion, Scary Science and Global Activism
The Real News Network’s Steve Horn and Dimitri Lascaris talk about the 2019’s biggest climate stories. Director: Dwayne Gladden Audio Engineer: Will Arenas Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer:…
Great Employment Numbers: 44% of Fully Employed Make $18,000 a Year or Less
Beneath the rosy employment report lives a reality of low-paying part-time and temporary work with no benefits or security. Director/Video Editor: Will Arenas Audio Engineer: Cameron Granadino Visual Producer: Andrew Corkery Chase Producer: Genevieve Montinar…
Anti-Semitism in the Labour Party: A Comprehensive Study of Nothing
Jamie Stern-Weiner discusses his collection of essays, articles, and studies that examine the allegations of anti-Semitism in the British Labour Party. The book finds extensive evidence that accusations have been fabricated in order to delegitimize…