Monthly Archive: September 2012

September 28, 2012

UN extends investigation into Syria abuses as fighting, protests continue US government increased surveillance of phone, email, Justice Dept documents show Greg Palast on the strategies behind voter suppression and blocking access to ballots...

September 27, 2012

Palestinian President Abbas, Israel’s Netanyahu speak at UN as Wikileaks’ Assange critiques Obama Canadian lawmakers fail to advance controversial personhood proposal As Iowa begins voting, key states of Ohio and Florida contest right to...

September 26, 2012

At UN General Assembly, Egypt’s President Morsi condemns violent protests, puts limits on freedom of expression New investigation into US drone attacks in Pakistan finds civilian deaths and trauma, questions program’s legality ALICE project...

September 25, 2012

As Obama addresses UN, some scrutinize American policy at home and abroad Texas residents block Keystone XL Pipeline construction, vow to fight eminent domain Residents near Citgo refinery await resolution in case that could...

September 24, 2012

Voting advocates fight restrictive state laws in courts and in key battleground districts Powerful DC figures enlisted in Iranian group’s bid to get removed from US terrorist list Residents in northern Syria face destroyed...

September 21, 2012

French Muslims react to the protests and debate over the anti-Islamic film and cartoon Georgians protest torture in prisons as key officials resign On anniversary of Troy Davis execution, advocates call for closer look...

September 20, 2012

In federal court, ACLU seeks info on CIA drone attacks, citing public comments on program In Seattle, authorities use grand jury to get information on protesters’ activities In Israel, orthodox women fight for access...

September 19, 2012

In Syria’s Aleppo, government shelling, intense fighting exacts heavy civilian toll Chicago teachers suspend strike, but battle over public education continues Arctic sea ice reaches historic low as scientists warn of regional, global impact...

September 18, 2012

Leaked comments from Romney reveal views on Middle East, disregard for “47 percent” of Americans On visit to US, Aung San Suu Kyi outlines further democratic reform in Myanmar Attacks on Syrian cities send...

September 17, 2012

Scrutiny on US foreign policy, as protests spread across world cities Chicago teachers’ strike enters second week as mayor launches legal action Wisconsin officials vow to appeal after judge rules anti-union law unconstitutional On...