In this memo to the White House, the Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity urge President Trump to get the evidence first before deciding to strike Syria.
Author: Consortiumnews.com
Do U.S. Oligarchs Exist? Not in Mainstream Media
We hear incessantly about Russian oligarchs. But do they also exist in the United States? You wouldn’t know it by watching cable news, says Jeff Cohen.
America’s Long History of Trying to Determine Who Rules Syria
European Workers Betrayed
Unlike the U.S., Europe has strong, influential labor unions; yet they have been unable, or unwilling, to stop the austerity-based policies demanded by European institutions, reports Andrew Spannaus.
International Lawyers: Strike Against Syria Would Be Illegal
America’s ‘Unlimited Imperialists’
Restoring the Rule of Law
The rule of law is in grave danger in the U.S. and can be saved by ending perpetual war, prosecuting war crimes, and reforming campaign finance and the judicial system, argues Inder Comar.
Liars Lying About Nearly Everything
Donald Trump turns out to be a pretty good liar, even if he frequently has no idea what he’s talking about, says Phil Giraldi in this commentary. But the prize for lying has to go to the British.
Doomsday Machines
Taking the World to the Brink
As American drums beat again for war, Rick Sterling steps back to contemplate the possible consequences this time.