For Black Americans, MLK’s Dream Still Isn’t Reality
Housing was a key part of King’s vision for economic justice, but most black Americans don’t own homes.
Black Youth and Elusive Freedom
As I weep over the death of America’s black men, I remember my brother’s struggle for his freedom against unnecessary police searches.
Muhammad Ali Understood the Racist Roots of War and Militarism
And he called them out fearlessly.
Where Do We Go From Here
IPS’s Phyllis Bennis joins a line up of special guests for an inter-generational teach-In on the triple evils of militarism, economic exploitation, racism.
Do Demonstrations Matter?
Phyllis Bennis and filmmaker Amir Amirani discuss the largest mobilization of people in human history — the 2003 protest against the invasion of Iraq — and its relevance to today.
Celebrating John Conyers, the Longest-Serving African-American Congressman
For 50 years, Detroit’s own John Conyers has been an advocate for important social issues.
Reflecting on Dr. King’s Legacy
How Dr. King would view this day and the need to move beyond GDP.
Stop the CEO March on Washington
Millions of people acting together can still beat millions of dollars.
The Assassination of Dr. King and the Suppression of the Anti-War and Peace Perspectives
The assassination of Dr. King raises uncomfortable questions.
A Day to Remember A Martyr
Malcolm X was assassinated 48 years ago, but his killers failed to keep him from living on in the hearts and minds of those he left behind.
What Would King Say of the Obama Era?
On Obama’s second inauguration, let’s challenge our society to look at how well we are addressing the “giant triplets” of racism, extreme materialism, and militarism.
Black Women Make History Too
Coretta Scott King was MLK’s equal partner.
Obama: Selectively Honoring MLK
While the President honored MLK’s work for civil rights and economic justice, he did not mention King’s equally important work against the Vietnam War and U.S. militarism.
Iran Assassination Plot Has Earmarks of FBI Care and Feeding
One does not have to be a member of the Supreme Leader’s fan club to be skeptical of the Iran assassination allegations.
Unconventional Wisdom: A New Legacy
In 1963, as King was giving his most famous speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, IPS was just opening its doors.