Statement Facing prison for protesting in Egypt Eight socialists and activists in Egypt are asking for support as they face prison for protesting in defense of Egyptian Copts.
Alex Kueny Right-to-work won’t work Thousands of Illinois union members mobilized to tell Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels that his anti-worker laws aren't welcome.
Alex Schmaus No jail time, but no justice Bay Area activist Fly Benzo was unjustly convicted and sentenced to a suspended jail term, probation and fines.
Steve Leigh Sea-Tac airport workers demand good jobs More than 300 people rallied at Seattle Tacoma International Airport in defense of workers who don't have union contracts.
Tyler Simonds and Marissa Jane Pollack Fla. protests a war on women Scores of men and women gathered in Orlando, Fla., for a demonstration in defense of women's right to choose
Nicole Colson Putting the cuffs on kids Most people would be horrified by the thought of a 6-year-old being handcuffed--but it's what happened to a Georgia kindergartner in April.
Alan Maass The story of the first May Day International Workers' Day has its origins in the U.S.--in the 19th-century struggle for the eight-hour day.
Alan Maass The far-right factor in France’s election After a strong showing in the first round of voting, the National Front looms over the final week of the presidential campaign.
Joe Allen The cops who attack our lives Relatives of police brutality victims were joined by activists for an emotion-filled press conference in Chicago's City Hall.
Mark Steel The rich decide who’s treated The logic applied to the privatization of Britain's National Health Service should be extended to other areas of life.
