World

Free Colombian political prisoner David Ravelo!

September 29, 2011 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

September 14 was the end of David Ravelo Crispo's first year in jail and a time of renewed solidarity for this human rights activist imprisoned in Colombia.

Palestinian UN bid under review, Israel OKs more settlements

September 28, 2011 By Susan Webb

The Obama administration has said it will veto the Palestinian membership application, arguing that negotiations are the only solution.

Protests in Spain against austerity cuts gain wide support

September 27, 2011 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

The European Union and European Central bank are forcing European nations saddled with heavy debt loads to cut public services. Spain is among them.

Canadian lawmaker urges government to bar Cheney

September 27, 2011 By Cory Collins

Canadian legislator Don Davies is asking his government to deny the entry of Dick Cheney into Canada because the former U.S. vice president enagaged in torture, genocide and human rights vioaltions.

Honduras resistance forms new political party

September 26, 2011 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

The National Front for Popular Resistance organized anti-government marches and demonstrations around Honduras.