Medea Benjamin, Nicolas J.S. Davies
Biden must recognize that the best way to protect U.S. personnel in Syria, Iraq, and elsewhere in the region is to take them out of the Middle East.
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Phyllis Bennis, Khury Petersen-Smith
Regardless of who is giving orders to US bombers, we know that deploying US troops, drones, and warplanes across the region does not provide safety or security for anyone.
Jessica Corbett, staff writer
After release of U.S. intelligence report, one critic said letting Saudi crown prince "get away with the murder" of dissident journalist "is absolutely abhorrent and horrific."
Brett Wilkins, staff writer
"Our Constitution is clear that it is Congress, not the president, who has the authority to declare war," the senator asserted.
Lee Saunders, Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II
To honor Black history, now is the moment to remind people about the power of government action, especially but not exclusively during moments of crisis.
Kenny Stancil, staff writer
"This should be a no-brainer. President Biden must grant the [WTO] waiver so that millions around the world can develop the vaccine and save lives."
Jake Johnson, staff writer
"Why is President Joe Biden fighting harder for Neera Tanden's nomination than for the tens of millions of Americans who desperately need a raise?"
José Antonio Ocampo, Joseph Stiglitz
For too long, international institutions have failed to address one of the most toxic aspects of globalization: tax avoidance and evasion by multinational corporations.
Andrea Germanos, staff writer
Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut said that "retaliatory strikes, not necessary to prevent an imminent threat, must fall within the definition of an existing congressional authorization of military force."
Jessica Corbett, staff writer
"It's staggering how far off track countries are to dealing with the climate crisis."
Kerry Cullinan
Charitable donations from rich countries and individuals are welcome—but they won’t ensure fair vaccine distribution unless the drug-patenting system is reformed, too.
Brett Wilkins, staff writer
"Please ask yourself: when was the last time you saw next-generation, world class technology for education, healthcare, housing, etc. consistently prioritized for underserved communities like this?"
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Astra Taylor
Biden owes this country debt relief not only because he campaigned on it, but because he helped cause the problem.
