The Hell Inside Hell: Solitary Confinement in Texas Hides the Sexual Abuse of Women and Girls
By Kwaneta Harris / Scalawag This essay discusses sexual abuse against adults and minors in the prison system. It also describes instances of suicide and self harm. I have called…
‘Operation Al-Aqsa Flood’ Day 241: Israel Contradicts Biden Over Ceasefire Proposal
Israeli protests demanding a prisoner exchange deal continue in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem as Blinken discusses the proposal with Gantz and Gallant. Meanwhile, Gaza authorities say that thousands of children…
Police Are Sending Student Protesters to the ER. Campus Cops Don’t Keep Us Safe.
The recent campus crackdowns underscore the danger of the decades-long rise in school policing.
42 House Dems Help GOP Pass Bill Targeting ICC Officials Over Israel
The ACLU warned the legislation would "harm free speech protections" and "undermine the rule of law and the independence of the ICC."
Vast Majority of Children Under 5 in Gaza Going Full Days Without Food
Since Israel began its Rafah invasion, the amount of aid entering the region has dropped by two-thirds.
‘A Monstrosity’: Biden Blasted Over Planned Executive Order on Asylum
"The decision by this administration to criminalize migrants—many of whom are fleeing harm—is deeply disturbing and misguided," said one critic.
Netanyahu’s Upcoming Visit to D.C. Demonstrates Interconnection of American and Israeli Politics Whilst Disregarding Public Opinion
By Talia Mullin / Original to ScheerPost In a recent piece from the Israeli publication, Haaretz, titled “Inviting Netanyahu to D.C., Democratic Leaders Stabbed Israel’s Liberals in the Back,” Amir…
Texas Ruling and Louisiana Abortion Pill Restrictions Are Bad Omens for Pending SCOTUS Decisions
By Kathy Spillar / Ms. Magazine Even as we wait for U.S. Supreme Court decisions in two cases set to come down this month that could have massive impacts on…
Greater Focus on Crime Sparks Another Wave of Juvenile Justice Bills
Nearly every state considered changes in juvenile age limits, detention or education programs.
Middle Eastern and Muslim Media Workers Face Retaliation for Covering Gaza
A new report details cases of retaliation and discrimination against media workers advocating for Palestinian liberation and against the killing of journalists in Gaza between October 2023 and February.
Leftist Climate Scientist Claudia Sheinbaum Wins Mexican Presidency in Landslide
The close ally of outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is the first woman to win Mexico's presidency.
Following ICJ and ICC Actions, Sanctions and Arms Embargo Are Crucial Next Steps
The ICJ ordered Israel to halt its Rafah assault and the ICC prosecutor sought arrest warrants for Israeli officials.
Glenn Greenwald: Trump Trial Guilty Verdict — Legal and Political Implications For 2024
By Glenn Greenwald / System Update
Netanyahu Aide Says Biden’s Ceasefire Proposal Is ‘Not a Good Deal’ But Insists Israel Isn’t Rejecting It
Minsters Ben Gvir and Smotrich are threatening to quit the government if Netanyahu accepts the proposal
The Military-Industrial Complex Is Killing Us All
By David Vine and Theresa (Isa) Arriola / TomDispatch We need to talk about what bombs do in war. Bombs shred flesh. Bombs shatter bones. Bombs dismember. Bombs cause brains,…