THE CRISIS OVER THE UKRAINE PRESENTS UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The current crisis in the Ukraine between Russia and the West must be solved considering global geo-political factors.
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A SOCIAL MOVEMENT FOR DEMOCRACY IS BADLY NEEDED IN AMERICA
The role of social movements becomes crucial in advancing a constitutional democracy, particularly when that democracy becomes eroded. The army of judges, lawyers, and jurists that abound in the United States, and that we normally rely on, is not always sufficient to guarantee in such circumstances the claim of justice that social movements are in a unique position to advance.
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US Foreign Policy Loses Credibility With Afghanistan Withdrawal
There are many reasons for the collapse of the Afghan government.
Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert “Bob” Gates already warned in June that a U.S. troop withdrawal would lead to a collapse of the Afghan government.
Top American military commanders similarly warned president Joe Biden.
Cuba’s Popular Revolt, an Opportunity Not to Be Missed
After more than 62 years of authoritarian rule, totalitarian control and reduction of civil liberties to zero, the Cuban people have legitimately chosen sedition against the evil government in the name of the common good.
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Senator Manchin, the Filibuster, and the Loss of a Glorious Political Tradition
Much has been said that Democrats could get their way and advance their ambitious legislative plans, but only if they were to eliminate the Senate Filibuster. The elimination of such a device would enable the Democrats to pass legislation by a simple majority. Without its elimination, most bills require 60 votes, or 3/5 of the Senate, to become law.
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