American Revolution

As Americans and people of other former colonies recognize, there’s a great deal to be said for national independence. By Lawrence S. Wittner But, at times, we might also wonder:  is it sufficient? Until recently in human history, imperialism was…

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary—a testament to endurance, sacrifice, and democratic aspiration—it does so under a dark and foreboding shadow. At this defining moment, the nation finds itself led not by steadiness or vision, but by a…

What exactly are Americans celebrating this Fourth of July? Two hundred and fifty years after the Declaration of Independence proclaimed that all people possess inalienable rights, we now live under a government that increasingly behaves as though rights belong to…