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Scapegoating Iran

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jul 22, 2019 Don’t expect U.S. politicians and generals to accept responsibility for the Mideast mess when they can blame it on Iran. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jun 10, 2018 The wars in the Middle East are the worst strategic blunders in American history. But don’t expect U.S. politicians and generals to accept responsibility for the mess when they can blame it on Iran. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )

How Much Longer Can the U.S. Remain a Superpower?

Glen Ford / Black Agenda Report Apr 18, 2018 Washington is answering this imperial existential question the only way it can, with its awesome war machine, oiled by lies. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Donald Trump Is Now in Sync With U.S. Imperial Policy in Syria

By Glen Ford / Black Agenda Report May 30, 2017 The United States has countered the Syrian-Russian-Iranian-Turkish de-escalation with a major escalation: "no-go" zones. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Pandora’s Box of War

Chris Hedges / Truthdig Apr 8, 2017 Amid the U.S. outrage over Syrian civilian deaths from banned weapons, we should not forget America’s role in creating and perpetuating the seemingly endless conflict. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )