Editors' Blog

Analysis of imperialism needs to be brought up to date

I disagree with much of Emile's article Imperialism 2011: Steps Going Forward.

Save Social Security by ending the war

Bringing the war in Afghanistan to a speedy end may be one of the most political goals for 2011.

A gift for peace

Why Are We in Afghanistan? a 27-minute DVD written and directed by Michael Zweig Illustrated by Mike Konopacki Edited by Trish Dalton produced by Trish Dalton, Michael Zweig, and the Center for Study of Working Class Life

GOP already getting crazy

According to some media reports, failed presidential candidate and angry war hawk John McCain is using the GOP's election victory to push for keeping war alive in Afghanistan.

The Fall of General McChrystal

After reading the Rolling Stone article that brought down McChrystal, I can only say that Obama really had no other choice but to "accept his resignation"--i.e., fire him.