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STORIES THIS WEEK

The End of History?

The short, strange era of human civilization seems to be drawing to a close.

BY NOAM CHOMSKY

Why have American politicians and editorial boards been silent in the face of extreme violence?
BY MARILYN KATZ

For 30 years, scientist Theo Colborn has fought the chemical industry-and won.

BY MOLLY M. GINTY

In 1824 in Pawtucket, R.I., women weavers led the mother of all strikes.

BY JOEY L. DEFRANCESCO AND DAVID SEGAL

In Ari Folman’s new film, fantasy is a slippery slope.

BY SADY DOYLE

COMMENTARY

Black workers’ struggles in the labor movement have won important gains-including transformation of unions themselves.

BY LEO GERARD

WORKING IN THESE TIMES

Fast-Food Workers Turn Up the Heat

The fast-food workers’ movement embraces civil disobedience.

BY AMIEN ESSIF