The Banal Militarism of Hollywood

The Banal Militarism of Hollywood

Appealing to jingoism is certainly easier than prompting national introspection, but is priming an audience for blood what we call art today?

February 15, 2003. The Day the World Said No to War.

February 15, 2003. The Day the World Said No to War.

Our movement changed history. While we did not prevent the Iraq war, the protests proved its clear illegality, demonstrated the isolation of the Bush administration policies, helped prevent war in Iran, and inspired a generation of activists.

Time for a Reckoning on Iran Sanctions

Time for a Reckoning on Iran Sanctions

The debates surrounding Obama’s cabinet nominations offer a welcome opportunity for the public–and the administration–to review the failing U.S. policy toward Iran.

Iran’s Survival Strategy

Iran’s Survival Strategy

Iran’s leaders are the first to admit that Western sanctions have had a devastating impact on the country, but they’re confident they can ride out the storm.

A New Middle East Agenda for Obama

A New Middle East Agenda for Obama

Obama can stem the decline of U.S. influence in the Middle East, but only if he gives the people of the region a reason to want it.

America’s Dismal Choice

America’s Dismal Choice

The final stretch of the 2012 campaign has turned into a bipartisan exercise in imperial chest-thumping.