Trump and Israel are demanding that Palestinians disarm. Here is why that is wrong and unjust.
Advertisements Demands that Hamas disarm follow decades of international calls for a “demilitarized Palestinian state.” These demands insist that Palestinians surrender their right to self-defense, a right no people should relinquish. Read more at Mondoweiss Continue Reading
The Soul of the Democrats: Abdul El Sayed and Van Jones
Advertisements Abdul El-Sayed’s victory Tuesday in the Michigan Democratics primary was a political earthquake for the Democratic party. But plenty of the conservative old guard, who have done nothing in years but lose to Republicans, are feeling threatened and lashing out. Van Jones is one of them and, most despicably,Continue Reading
Stevens Vs. El-Sayed Race Has Implications Far Beyond Michigan
Advertisements An El-Sayed victory would be a huge advantage in the race for control of the Senate. But more than that, it would upend how politics work in the Democratic Party. Read more at Cutting Through Continue Reading
Burnham’s Big Test: Keep the Pressure on Labour
Advertisements In this edition of Globalists, Josh White and I examine the Burnham government’s early moves, assess the prospects for a more progressive direction in British politics, and consider what opportunities—and limitations—the leadership change presents. Watch on YouTube Listen at the BattlegroundContinue Reading
Netanyahu’s meeting with Trump was not nearly as successful as he claims
Advertisements Benjamin Netanyahu gushed about his White House meeting with Donald Trump this week, but the meeting was most notable for what went unsaid about Iran. Read more at Mondoweiss Continue Reading