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Democrats Debate: Neoliberal ‘Pragmatists’ Vs. People Pushing for Systemic Change
Pacifica’s Sonali Kolhatkar joins us to delve into what the divide means, how the power of the Sander’s movement can push change, and what lies ahead in the war against Trump. Director/Video Editor: Bababtunde Ogunfolaju…
‘Bernie Bro’ Reign of Terror Is a Myth, According to Science
Data shows that supporters of Bernie Sanders are no worse than anyone else, but they’re perceived as being terrible because there are more of them on social media. Director/Video Editor: Cameron Granadino Audio Engineer: Will…
Sanders vs. Biden on the Coronavirus Pandemic
Both Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders criticized Trump’s weak response to Coronavirus, but Sanders’ plan made support for working and marginalized communities a priority. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. **…
Chelsea Manning Released But Still Faces Massive Fine
A judge released Manning from prison the day after her third suicide attempt because the grand jury inquiry has been disbanded. The massive fine shows this was about teaching her a lesson, not just about…
Are Police Targeting Rural America for Mass Incarceration?
There has been an explosion of incarceration in rural communities across America. PAR explores the profit motive that has stimulated this rapid increase in our carceral complex with guest Otto the Watchdog, a first amendment…
Breaking: Police Officer Charged with Drug Dealing and Lying to FBI
More than 14 Baltimore City Police Officers have been now caught in the ever-widening scandal of cops drug dealing, robbing residents, and stealing overtime. Please join journalists Taya Graham and Stephen Janis for this important…
U.S. COVID-19 Outbreak: ‘We’re At the Beginning’
Lack of tests and testing facilities has the United States playing a dangerous game of catch up Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for…
How Presidential Debates Frame Issues to Support Moderate Candidates
A FAIR study of the democratic presidential debates clearly shows that questions for progressive candidates such as Sanders and Warren were always framed critically, while those for moderate candidates were neutral. Subscribe to our page…
Sanctions Are Imposed Poverty, Abroad and in the U.S.
Sanctions impose poverty on a country and cause suffering among its people. Why do people in the U.S. accept it? Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content…
Dying of Thirst in Gaza
In Gaza, Even the Water is Occupied Territory Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for educational and informational purposes only) **
UN List of Companies Exploiting Occupation of Palestine Hides Key Profiteers
The United States and Israel not only delayed the UN’s list of companies exploiting Palestinian occupation for three years, but omitted the most egregious profiteers, concealing activity that could be a war crime under the…
Air Quality over China Improves After Coronavirus Quarantine
NASA satellite observes ‘significant decreases’ in nitrogen dioxide as factories shutter and workers stay home . Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for educational…
Trump Causes More Coronavirus Confusion
President Donald Trump delivered a Wednesday night address that only caused more confusion about how government officials plan to stop the spread of COVID-19. The Real News will continue to cover the coronavirus as it…
Biden Continues to Win Even Though Voters Support Bernie’s Ideas
TRNN’s Jaisal Noor and Jacobin’s Paul Heideman discuss the implications of Biden’s victory on Super Tuesday II, and why Sunday’s debate could be Bernie’s last stand. Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
Why Is Bernie Still In the Race?
Bernie’s odds of defeating Biden are narrow; but he’s winning on the issues. Director/Video Editor – Dwayne Gladden Audio Engineer – Will Arenas Visual Producer – Andrew Corkery Subscribe to our page and support our…
Stock Market Gyrations Signal Serious Trouble Ahead
Although the connection between the stock market and the general economy is not as close as it used to be, we are overdue for a recession and so the recent stock market upheaval is a…
Assange Extradition: Political Persecution for Journalism?
Julian Assange’s extradition hearings have finally begun in London, and his defense has the burden of showing that the US case is an act of political persecution. Director/Video Editor: Adam Coley Audio Engineer: Bababtunde Ogunfolaju…
New Documentary Explores Five Largely Unknown Truths about Israel/Palestine
The documentary “Solidarity: Five Largely Unknown Truths about Israel, Palestine and the Occupied Territories” debunks the myths that lie at the center of the injustice in the region. We discuss the film with its director,…
What Is the Real Story of Buttigieg’s Service and Time in Afghanistan?
Mayor Pete received an instant commission, no training, and served as a chauffeur in a questionable unit. Men with an illusion of having experienced danger make for dangerous leaders. Director/Video Editor: Will Arenas Audio Engineer:…
Trump Voters Aren’t Scared of Bernie—They’re Scared of His Base
Trump’s supporters in South Carolina may not love Bernie, but they think he has a better chance of winning the presidency than Biden. TRNN speaks with dedicated Trump supporters and protesters at his South Carolina…
California Agrees to Pay $53 Million for Neglecting Black and Brown Students
California parents and teachers won the settlement by arguing that literacy is a constitutional right. The generational neglect of schools in communities of color shows ‘separate but equal’ is still the norm in California public…
Venezuela’s Revolutionary Humanized Birth Plan
Despite U.S. sanctions, medicine shortages, and on-going economic crisis, Venezuela has been quietly implementing one of the world’s first nationwide plans to support pregnant women across the country and to humanize birth in Venezuela. Subscribe…
Turkey Weaponizing Refugees as Idlib Fight Escalates
Turkey opens European border allowing refugees to flee, Greek military tear gases refugees. Why? To force EU to back Turkey in Syria while Russia backs Assad. Director/Video Editor: Will Arenas Audio Engineer: Adam Coley Visual…
In Israel Election Annexation Wins But Palestinian Led Left Surges
Israel had the highest turnout since 1999. A divided Right made gains, as did the non-Zionist left Joint List. With Netanyahu as PM, the Palestinian struggle is sure to intensify Subscribe to our page and…
The Establishment Strikes Back: Biden Pulls Ahead on Super Tuesday
The Democratic establishment gives Biden a big boost, Sanders solidifies second place, Warren finishes a distant third, and Bloomberg is knocked out of the race. Producer: Jaisal Noor Videographer: Cameron Granadino Subscribe to our page…
Progressives vs. Establishment: Super Tuesday Narrows Democratic Field
The Biden/Sanders battle for the Democratic nomination is on. Where did Joe Biden’s unexpected Super Tuesday win come from? Do voters think uniting around the establishment candidate is the best way to defeat Trump? Director/Video…
Germany Plays Key Role in Undermining ICC Case Against Israel
Professor Norman Finkelstein outlines the obstacles to holding Israel accountable for war crimes at the International Criminal Court. One of Israel’s main allies in undermining the effort is Germany. Subscribe to our page and support…