TODAY'S TOP STORIES - February 12, 2018
The Alt-Right Has Killed Far More People Than You Likely Are Aware Of
By Kali Holloway, AlterNet
A new report reveals troubling facts about the latest wave of right-wing extremism. READ MORE»
Why Controversy Is Swirling Over Oscar-Nominated 'The Insult'
By Jefferson Morley, AlterNet
The Insult seeks to legitimize Israel's expansionism. READ MORE»
Flu Deaths Are the Latest Example of People Dying In America Simply Because They Can't Afford Medicine
By April M. Short, AlterNet
More and more lives are in danger because people can't afford their prescriptions. READ MORE»
U.S. Prison Conditions Are So Bad, the British Gov't Is Protecting an American from Facing Time
By Emily C. Bell, AlterNet
Lauri Love could face solitary confinement and placement on suicide watch if sent home. READ MORE»
The Dangerous Ideology That Threatens the Future of the Democratic Party
By Paul Blest, AlterNet
A new nonprofit devoted to healthcare solutions exposes a glaring lack of vision. READ MORE»
Powerful Trump Staffer: ‘We’d Be More Inclined to Believe’ White House Staffers than Beaten Wives
By David Edwards, Raw Story
“I think what you saw happen this week was completely reasonable and normal," said the White House budget chief. READ MORE»
The Plutocrats Are Chomping at the Bit to Punish Us with Pricey Road Tolls
By Sam Pizzigati, People's Action Blog
Everyone ready for $50 fares? READ MORE»
Traveling Museum Is Bringing Black History to a Town Near You
By Zenobia Jeffries, YES! Magazine
The museum's 2018 tour began last month. READ MORE»
South Africa's Shack Dwellers See Politics Very Differently Than the Average Westerner
By Vijay Prashad, AlterNet
They have no choice but to fight on. READ MORE»
Vox Behaves Identically to a Gov't-Controlled Media Outlet in Korea
By Ben Norton, FAIR
Five experts discuss how close we are to conflict and what would be the terrifying consequences. READ MORE»
The 7 Worst Foods for Your Brain
By Elise Mandl, Authority Nutrition
Some foods harm your memory and mood—and even increase your risk of dementia. READ MORE»
Unprecedented Democracy Summit Sparks New Hope
By Adam Eichen, AlterNet
A movement to unite Americans across political beliefs finds lots of common ground. READ MORE»
The Fascinating Politics of Vermont
By David Masciotra, Salon
Salon talks to Bill Mares about the Green Mountain State in the age of Trump. READ MORE»
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