- A new bill allows the Federal Bureau of Investigation to investigate the money orders you sent to your family, the items you bought or sold at the pawnshop, and the places you’ve traveled.And, say privacy advocates, that may not be the worst of it.On Dec. 13, President George W. Bush signed into law an act giving the FBI dramatically increased domestic surveillance … [Read more...] about -Bush Debuting “Patriot II”
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-Iraq Report from The New Standard
For the duration of the US occupation of Iraq, The NewStandard will provide frequent coverage of the conflict as it develops. With your support, we can provide coverage at this level or better seven days a week.https://newstandardnews.net/content/?action=show_item&itemid=95 … [Read more...] about -Iraq Report from The New Standard
-Blog From the World Social Forum in Mumbai
Medha Patkar, one of the most famous Indian activists, legendary for her solidarity work with people displaced by big dams in India. She spoke at the morning plenary on January 17th. Patkar went on hunger strikes to protest the Indian government and World Bank actions. Although she is little known outside the US, in India, her fame among activists outweighs that of Arundhati … [Read more...] about -Blog From the World Social Forum in Mumbai
-Guantanamo Camp Condemned by British MPS, HR Groups
Jan 12- Over 135 members of the British government will file an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court on Wednesday in support of the Guantanamo Bay detainees. Human rights groups also criticized the US, accusing it of violating the fundamental human rights of Guantanamo prisoners as Camp Delta starts its third year of operation.The brief, presented by 85 members … [Read more...] about -Guantanamo Camp Condemned by British MPS, HR Groups
Environment Agency Has Illegal Chemical Contacts
Jan 16 - Several environmental groups yesterday sued the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for illegally taking policy direction from the pesticide industry. The suit, brought by non-profit public interest law firm Earthjustice on behalf of the groups, accuses the EPA of violating the Federal Advisory Committee Act, which prohibits government regulators from taking the … [Read more...] about Environment Agency Has Illegal Chemical Contacts