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The Colombian Murder Case That Refuses to Die

Twenty-two years ago, three union leaders for mine workers employed by an American company were killed. The murders have gone unsolved. But now the Colombian government is prosecuting two company executives for financing the paramilitary group responsible for the killings.

by Ken Silverstein, Joshua Collins

Yes, They’re Pro-Confederacy. But They’re Just the Nicest Ladies.

You can call the United Daughters of the Confederacy a lot of things. But racist? Why, some of their best friends....

by Anna Venarchik

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Joe Manchin Wants One Thing, and It’s Disgusting

The West Virginia senator, who announced he will not be seeking reelection, is not some political mastermind. He’s a greedy nihilist.

by Kate Aronoff