The Irony of the CIA’s Russia-Trump Story
During the Cold War, the CIA did just the kind of meddling in foreign elections it’s accusing Russia of doing today — and more.
Civilian Control of the Military is Core to Our Democracy
A war-monger like General Mattis doesn’t make for a thoughtful secretary of defense, Phyllis Bennis tells MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell.
What Europe Can Teach Us about Trump
As America braces itself for the landfall of Hurricane Trump, it’s instructive to look at Europe’s populist leaders for clues to our future.
When Billionaires Dominate Philanthropy
Unchecked, private foundations can become blocks of concentrated unaccountable power with considerable clout in shaping our laws and culture.
The Case For Non-Cooperation With Trump
Let the next four years of antipolitics begin.
Eight Ways to Strengthen Our Democracy Beyond Voting
The strength of our civic life depends on what we do outside elections.
Thomas Sankara Legacy, Democracy in the Global South, and Black Lives
A discussion on democracy in Africa and in the global south, the “Black Lives Matter Movement” and the state of panafricanism and internationalism.
After Seven Years and Millions of Dollars, Decision Announced in Pac Rim Mining Company vs. El Salvador
Coalition of Groups State “There Are No Winners,” Investor-State Arbitration Subverts Democracy
Free Trade’s Regulatory Chilling Effects
Under deals like the TPP, countries that might otherwise have curtailed corporate activities won’t do so, simply out of fear of being sued by multinational corporations.
Understanding Why Colombians Voted Against Peace
Should we rethink the way voters weigh in directly on matters of national security and international relations?
Our Current Political Order is on the Verge of Collapse
The rise of Trump-esque politicians all over the world is a result of cultural, economic, and political backlashes that are helping these illiberal populists win.
Why a “Trumpxit” May Be Harder Than it Looks
Looking for a place to escape from President Trump? You’re running out of options.
Diplomatic Relations Open the Door to a New Perspective on Cuba
IPS scholars James Early and Netfa Freeman talk about how new diplomatic relations with Cuba give us a chance to see the response from the Cuban people and move forward in the battle to end the embargo.
Reclaiming the Legitimacy of the United Nations as a Truly Internationalist Power
In the second issues of the International Review of Contemporary Law, dedicated to the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations Charter, Phyllis Bennis writes about the Paris climate talks, the UN, terrorism, and the global war on terror.
What the IRS Says About the State of Our Democracy
Underfunding the IRS helps the very wealthy at the expense of the middle and working class. So why do we do it?