October 10, 2016
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Book Review: Petras- The End of the Republic and the Delusion of Empire
The End of the Republic and the Delusion of Empire is his 68th book, and one of his most important. It should be read by anyone concerned with the looming disaster that will eventuate from the upcoming U.S. presidential election, no matter who wins. While not explicitly stating it, it is clear that Petras expects… Continue reading
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Leaked EU documents show that big corporations have seized control of our food safety regulations
It’s a dream come true for the industry giants. In the coming days, the European Commissioner for Health will consider the draft proposal. And even after Brexit, these rules could set the baseline for future UK regulation, too. But a public outcry across Europe for real, legal limits that protect people (not profits!) can still… Continue reading
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Media Lens: Media Silence Over Deadly Sanctions: From Iraq To Syria
Awkward facts that erode the ‘benign humanitarian’ self-image of the West are routinely side-lined or buried by the corporate media. Consider, for example, the severe impact of sanctions imposed on Syria by the United States and the European Union. Continue reading