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TOP STORIES THIS WEEK
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| The Political Genius of Bernie Sanders’ Socialism
Bernie’s socialism isn’t a “charade.” It’s a provocation-and a brilliant one, at that.
BY THEO ANDERSON To the Troika, the election of Syriza, the referendum vote and the basic principles of democracy are meaningless. BY ALEXANDROS ORPHANIDES The message being sent by the U.S. government is that when frightened women and children come to America seeking sanctuary, we will imprison them. Dr. Willie Parker is bracing for a week of potentially violent protests in his hometown of Birmingham.
BY STEPHANIE GILMORE
History will view drone warfare as the Obama administration’s signature approach to military engagement. BY MUHAMMAD IDREES AHMAD
Which campaign matters more: Bernie Sanders’ or Jill Stein’s? BY JOEL BLEIFUSS America’s most dangerous nonprofit has a stranglehold on public policy. BY SUSAN J. DOUGLAS The flag may be wiped from state grounds and license plates, but its ideals live on in the GOP agenda. BY SALIM MUWAKKIL Activists who wanted Elizabeth Warren to run for president took a poll and decided to endorse Bernie. Should other progressive organizations do the same? BY MICHAEL PAYNE The Confederate general and KKK “grand wizard” was one of the most vile white supremacists in American history. In a 5-4 decision, the court ruled that power companies can pump large levels of mercury and other toxins into the air. BY KAMIL ASHAN A coalition of farmers and vintners, doctors and lawyers, clean energy companies and reluctant do-it-yourself activists are fighting for the future of the Finger Lakes region. Despite the fact that retailers and political figures are calling for its removal, history might be too prominent for the extinction of the Confederate flag. After Greece cuts a quarter of its budget, WaPo asks if it’s willing to ‘trim spending.’ BY JIM NAURECKAS |
| WORKING IN THESE TIMES |
| Faced With I-9 Immigration Raid During Negotiations, Chicago Meatpacking Workers Walked Off the Job
Over 100 workers go on strike to protect their jobs. BY YANA KUNICHOFF |
| RURAL AMERICA |
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The ill effects of partially hydrogenated oils are clear enough for the FDA that they will be removed from the food supply within three years. BY MAIA WELBEL
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