politics
Subversion contractors an obstacle to U.S.-Cuba ties
December 11, 2014The focus so far has been on pushing Obama toward changes he is legally authorized to carry out. The missing link, however, may be popular pressure put on Congress.
Read moreForeign policy intrigue: Why Obama got rid of Chuck Hagel
December 10, 2014If you haven't been following the news, Hagel announced his resignation from the top civilian Pentagon post on Nov. 24, reportedly at Obama's request.
Read moreCaribbean states, Uruguayan president demand end of Cuba blockade
December 8, 2014The Caribbean Community, known as CARICOM, has once more called for an end to the U.S. blockade of Cuba.
Read moreReds and Greens triumphant in Germany
December 8, 2014In a way the victory recalled those of Obama in 2008 and 2012. They marked an amazing defeat of racists; this coalition is a blow to primitive anti-communism.
Read moreProtesters hit School of the Americas “training” center
December 5, 2014The procession of about 1,000 included street theater, giant parade puppets, and musicians and ended at the stage set at the gates of the base.
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