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It’s Time to Nationalize the Internet

Private network providers prioritize only those they expect to provide a return on investment, thus excluding poor and sparsely populated areas.

January 09th, 2018

By Mint Press News Desk

It’s Time to Nationalize the Internet

"Private network providers prioritize only those they expect to provide a return on investment.” Defying widespread popular objection, on December 14 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to repeal net neutrality. The principle regulates broadband as a utility, thus forbidding cable companies and Internet service

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‘Coolest Monkey In The Jungle’: H&M Torched Online For ‘Racist’ Ad

“BOYCOTT @hm! Whose with me? @hmusa What universe do you live in that makes it okay to flaunt your racist ways in such an epic portion. I demand you remove this ad! This child is precious and should be treated as such! #boycottH&M”

January 08th, 2018

By Mint Press News Desk

‘Coolest Monkey In The Jungle’: H&M Torched Online For ‘Racist’ Ad

The online outrage machine went into overdrive after Swedish retailer H&M added a photo of a black child modelling a hoodie which had the words, ‘Coolest monkey in the jungle,’ emblazoned on the front. The fast-fashion retailer has been blasted online for its supposedly tone-deaf advertisement and perceived insensitivity. “This

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Amid Torrent of Anti-BDS Legislation, Columbia University Students Win Referendum Against Apartheid

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Kenosha Sheriff’s Racist Rant Follows Pattern of Fraternizing with White Supremacists

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Tens of Thousands March In Iran In Support Of Government, Khamenei

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday said violent protests gripping the country were sparked by “enemies of Iran” using “money, weapons, politics and security apparatus.” Tuesdays pro-government protests were the largest demonstrations in Iran since 2009.

January 03rd, 2018

By Mint Press News Desk

Tens of Thousands March In Iran In Support Of Government, Khamenei

Tens of thousands gathered in cities across Iran on Wednesday in a massive show of support for the regime after days of deadly unrest, state television showed. Crowds chanted, “Leader, we are ready,” as images showed vast numbers marching through the cities of Ahvaz, Kermanshah, Gorgan and elsewhere.

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A Record of Hawkish Intervention: Biden Picks Samantha Power to Head USAID

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Rumors Spread of a 2024 Presidential Run as Pompeo Paves Way for Future Wars

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As US Sanctions a Starving Yemen, Iran Asks Interpol to Arrest Trump

The Still-Missing Evidence of Russia-Gate

William Binney, a former high-level National Security Agency intelligence official who, after his 2001 retirement, blew the whistle on the extraordinary breadth of NSA surveillance programs explains why Russiagate is just the beginning to justify a new war with Russia.

January 02nd, 2018

By Mint Press News Desk

The Still-Missing Evidence of Russia-Gate

Consortium News -- A changing-places moment brought about by Russia-gate is that liberals who are usually more skeptical of U.S. intelligence agencies, especially their evidence-free claims, now question the patriotism of Americans who insist that the

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Unpacking the Aftermath of Trump’s Coup Attempt With Brian Becker

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Student Debt Slavery: Bankrolling Financiers On The Backs Of The Young

Higher education has been financialized, transformed from a public service into a lucrative cash cow for private investors.

December 29th, 2017

By Mint Press News Desk

Student Debt Slavery: Bankrolling Financiers On The Backs Of The Young

The Web Of Debt Blog -- The advantages of slavery by debt over “chattel” slavery – ownership of humans as a property right – were set out in an infamous document called 

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Sanders, Warren Propose Free Tuition Plan Funded By Tax On Wall Street

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Despite Legalization, Border Patrol Will Go After Marijuana at California Checkpoints

At highway checkpoints, Border Patrol agents look for signs of nervous drivers, like clutching steering wheels and avoiding eye contact and interrupting when passengers are asked to state citizenship. Some panicked drivers make a U-turn when they spot the checkpoint, a dead giveaway.

December 28th, 2017

By Mint Press News Desk

Despite Legalization, Border Patrol Will Go After Marijuana at California Checkpoints

Marijuana possession still will be prohibited at eight Border Patrol checkpoints in California, a reminder that state and federal laws collide when it comes to pot. The U.S. government classifies marijuana as a controlled

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ISIL Takes Advantage Of US Attack On Syrian Base To Storm Western Palmyra

Syrians believe ISIL will continue to take advantage of the U.S. attack on the Syrian Air Force by launching more offensives in the coming days.

April 07th, 2017

By Mint Press News Desk

ISIL Takes Advantage Of US Attack On Syrian Base To Storm Western Palmyra

BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:40 A.M.) – Not long after the U.S. attacked the Shayrat Airbase in eastern Homs, the Islamic State (ISIL) launched two separate attacks on the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) defenses in the Palmyra. Beginning with Al-Furqalas, the Islamic State attacked the Syrian Army’s checkpoints outside the village, resulting in a fierce battle

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