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Wrongheaded Anti-Trump Protests
Wrongheaded Anti-Trump Protests by Stephen Lendman Except for
short-lived Occupy Wall Street demonstrations, America hasn’t seen
sustained street protests since the largely inner city civil rights
movement and Vietnam War years, notably on college campuses nationwide -
memorable because they proved committed activism works. Peaking in
1968, anti-war rage got Lyndon Johnson, in a March 31 address, to
announce “I shall not seek, nor will I accept, the nomination of my
party for another term as your president.” Despite multiple US war
theaters since the Clintons raped Yugoslavia, street protests
Russian and Syrian Warplanes Strike US-Supported Terrorists' Aleppo Supply Lines
Russian and Syrian Warplanes Strike US-Supported Terrorists’ Aleppo
Supply Lines by Stephen Lendman According to AMN News , Russian
warplanes launched airstrikes, targeting supply lines US-supported
terrorists use in Aleppo and Idlib provinces - for replenishing their
ranks along with providing their fighters with weapons, munitions and
other material support. “Several Russian air battalions have been
reportedly pounding the main jihadist supply road (M-5 Highway) from
Idlib to Aleppo, inflicting heavy damage to a number of armored vehicles
and militant bases,” AMN News explained. Weapons and
Reflections on America's Election
Reflections on America’s Election by Stephen Lendman It was a long
night for me, up all night for the first time following a US election.
Press TV invited me and other guests on to comment on Tuesday’s results
after the polls closed. Discussion began around 2:00AM Central Standard
Time, lasted two-and-half-hours. After each 30 minute segment, I was
asked if I’d stay on. I was tired but eager to express my views and hear
what other guests had to say. It was a stimulating, informative
discussion, straight talk never heard on Western TV, vital issues
raised, I and other guests getting ample time
Today
Hail to the Chief: Now It's Show Me Time
Hail to the Chief: Now It’s Show Me Time by Stephen Lendman The best
post-election news was freeing humanity from the scourge of Bill and
Hillary Clinton, America’s most notorious crime family. They’re
politically dead, never again to compete for public office - despite
one-sided media scoundrel support, a vast fundraising and surrogate
apparatus dwarfing Trump’s, Wall Street-led corporate intere
Post-Election NYT Crow-Eating Time
Post-Election NYT Crow-Eating Time by Stephen Lendman Never before
throughout its dubious history did the nation’s leading broadsheet
devote so much time, energy and newsprint to supporting one US
presidential candidate over the other - featuring misinformation,
deception and Big Lies, standard Times fare, deplorable by any standard.
Despite going all-out since mid-2015, its favorite, war goddess
Yesterday
Raining on Trump's Parade
Raining on Trump’s Parade by Stephen Lendman Thankfully humanity is
freed from the scourge of a third Hillary and Bill Clinton crime family
co-presidency - she in the lead role with her finger on the nuclear
trigger as US military commander-in-chief, perhaps eager to squeeze it.
Newsweek magazine jumped the gun, printing a special edition,
distributing it to outlets before November 8 - Hillary on
Russian Naval Battle Group Ready to Strike Terrorists in Aleppo Outskirts
Russian Naval Battle Group Ready to Strike Terrorists in Aleppo
Outskirts by Stephen Lendman Suspension of Russian and Syrian eastern
Aleppo airstrikes on October 18 let US-supported terrorists in and
around the city replenish their ranks, regroup, rearm, strengthen their
defenses, and mobilize for continuing attacks, attempting to break
through government military positions - so far unsuccessful
President-Elect Trump
President-Elect Trump by Stephen Lendman A night to remember! Talk
about an Alfred Hitchcock ending! A future Hollywood film awaits about
this year’s campaign. Other than for Trump diehards, the ending was a
real shocker, following months of deplorable one-sided scoundrel media
pro-Hillary advocacy - journalism the way it’s supposed to be entirely
discarded. My assessment of the outcome is as fol
Will Improved Russia/US Bilateral Relations Follow Trumps's Electoral Triumph
Will Improved Russia/US Bilateral Relations Follow Trump’s Electoral
Triumph? by Stephen Lendman The greatest risk of a Hillary electoral
triumph was possible nuclear war on Russia - perhaps China and Iran to
follow. Her defeat lets peace activists exhale for the first time in the
campaign - but not relax. Trump is no peacenik. He wants increased
military spending at a time America’s only enemies
Scoundrel Media Electoral Postmortems
Scoundrel Media Electoral Postmortems by Stephen Lendman A same day
article called Trump’s election crow-eating time for America’s media
scoundrels. Their campaign coverage was deplorably one-sided for
Hillary, elevating her to near sainthood, suppressing her high crimes,
while relentlessly denigrating Trump - unprecedented misreporting since I
began following presidential races with Truman besti
Nov 08
US-Dominated NATO Mobilizing for War on Russia?
US-Dominated NATO Mobilizing for War on Russia? by Stephen Lendman
Disquieting reports indicate up to 300,000 US-led combat troops deployed
near Russia’s borders will be put on high alert, capable of waging war
in weeks. Is Obama preparing for Hillary’s ascension to power, intending
unthinkable war on Russia under her leadership, likely to go nuclear if
launched? Moscow is justifiably concerned,
Election Day Scoundrel Media Trump Bashing
Election Day Scoundrel Media Trump Bashing by Stephen Lendman Even on
election day, they didn’t let up, the same malevolent anti-Trump
drumbeat continuing while voters go to the polls. This political season
showed more than ever why voter rights and choices don’t matter, the two
most widely reviled aspirants in US history competing for the nation’s
highest office. A pox on them both - though I ex
Trump's "Contract with the American Voter"
Trump’s “Contract with the American Voter” by Stephen Lendman Duopoly
rule in America mocks democratic governance - wealth, power and
privilege alone served. Monied interests decide things, not voters,
disenfranchised without their knowledge, their rights, needs and welfare
ignored. Trump and Clinton represent dirty business as usual, yet a
defining difference separates them. Her leadership threa
Election Day in America: Prelude to Doomsday?
Election Day in America: Prelude to Doomsday? by Stephen Lendman A
likely Hillary victory should terrify everyone. Her extreme anti-Russia
militancy puts nuclear war on the table as a US option - maybe ordering
it during her first year in office as Paul Craig Roberts warns. US
relations with Russia under Putin are worse than any time since the
Bolshevik revolution nearly 100 years ago, more dange
Battle for Raqqa Another US Deception
Battle for Raqqa Another US Deception by Stephen Lendman There’s
nothing civil about Obama’s war on Syria, one of history’s great crimes -
using ISIS and likeminded jihadist extremists as US death squads,
raping and destroying a sovereign state threatening no others. America
wants another imperial trophy. Terrorists imported from scores of
countries are aided by Pentagon special forces and US-led
America's Endless Political Season
America’s Endless Political Season by Stephen Lendman Americans
welcoming the end of another political season have it wrong.
Fundraising, influence-peddling, deep-seated corruption, and preparing
for the next election goes on. Days of postmortems will follow Tuesday’s
results, maybe considerable disruption if Trump loses, as expected, and
cries foul. In stump speeches, he called Tuesday’s preside
Nov 07
Voting for Hillary Supports Pure Evil
Voting for Hillary Supports Pure Evil by Stephen Lendman On the eve of
arguably the most important election in US history, most Americans
don’t understand the stakes involved. One issue dwarfs all others in
importance - possible humanity threatening nuclear war under Hillary v.
Trump’s sense enough to shun the unthinkable. One or the other will
become America’s 45th president. Sadly, it won’t be
Comey Whitewashes Hillary Criminality Again
Comey Whitewashes Hillary Criminality Again by Stephen Lendman Anyone
guilty of Hillary’s crimes would face long prison terms. FBI Director
James Comey whitewashed them. He dismissed indictable evidence without
recommending charges be brought against her - then repeated his outrage a
second time days after his October surprise, reopening his
investigation into Hillary’s email scandal after 650,00
US Presidential Election a Race to the Bottom, Says Jill Stein
US Presidential Election a Race to the Bottom, says Jill Stein by
Stephen Lendman Neither Hillary or Trump represent the interests of
ordinary Americans. Stein calls this year’s presidential election “a
tipping point moment.” No matter who wins, America’s future looks dark.
“Whatever happens, there will be buyer’s remorse…There’s so much angst
out there. There’s just so much fear campaigning.” Hi
Russia on the Right Side of Syria's Liberating Struggle
Russia on the Right Side of Syria’s Liberating Struggle by Stephen
Lendman Interviewed by The (UK) Sunday Times, Assad said Russia’s
military role in Syria “rests on…morals and international law.” Its
political and military officials respect Syrian sovereignty, saying “
‘(t)his is your country. You know more.’ They never try to interfere
because they don’t want anything from us. They don’t ask (f
Nov 06
Was Saturday's Reno, NV Trump Rally Incident a Foiled JFK Moment?
Was Saturday’s Reno, NV Trump Rally Incident a Foiled JFK Moment? by
Stephen Lendman The incident involved a man named Austin Crites.
Attending Saturday’s Reno rally, reports said he threatened Trump.
Secret Service agents wrestled him to the ground, finding no gun on his
possession. Trump was rushed off stage as a precautionary measure,
returning later. Crites was arrested, then released. Was he
Russia and Syria Resume Aleppo Area Aerial Operations
Russia and Syria Resume Aleppo Area Aerial Operations by Stephen
Lendman AMN News reported Syrian military sources warning eastern Aleppo
civilians to distance themselves as far as possible from terrorists
infesting areas where they’re located - ahead of a “wide-scale
offensive.” They were urged to head for the nearest government
checkpoint, if possible, Russia and Syria acting responsibly, wanti
Irresponsibly Accusing Putin of Wanting Western Elections Disrupted
Irresponsibly Accusing Putin of Wanting Western Elections Disrupted by
Stephen Lendman Hillary disgracefully accused Russia of hacking DNC
emails to distract attention from clear evidence showing she stole the
Democrat party nomination by primary election rigging. Her campaign
manager Robby Mook irresponsibly called Trump a Putin “puppet” - because
he’d rather normalize relations with Russia than
Is America's Presidential Election Rigged for Hillary?
Is America’s Presidential Election Rigged for Hillary? by Stephen
Lendman Power brokers infesting America’s deep state decide who’ll hold
all top government posts. Voters believing their say matters don’t
understand how things work. Elections are exercises in deception,
especially for the nation’s highest office. Future incumbents are vetted
well in advance to assure they’ll continue dirty busine
Washington Post Anti-Trump Scare Tactics
Washington Post Anti-Trump Scare Tactics by Stephen Lendman As the
moment of truth approaches, America’s two leading broadsheets, the NYT
and WaPo, continue relentlessly bashing Trump, shamelessly supporting a
woman belonging in prison, not high office. A same day article discussed
The Times’ latest anti-Trump broadside. WaPo featured two editorials
hammering him, following so many others earlier
NYT Scare Tactics for Hillary
NYT Scare Tactics for Hillary by Stephen Lendman The Times shamelessly
serves as Hillary’s press agent, masquerading as a legitimate source of
news and information. On November 5, its editors hyped a nonexistent
“catastrophe that looms if we wake up Wednesday morning to
President-elect Trump…Averting the worst starts with electing Hillary
Clinton,” they blustered. Appealing to voters unwilling or
Nov 05
Latest Terrorist Offensive in Aleppo Failed
Latest Terrorist Offensive in Aleppo Repelled by Stephen Lendman
According to Syrian MP Aref al-Tawil, America, its Western partners and
rogue regional allies want Aleppo divided - so terrorists they support,
falsely called “moderates,” can maintain control of eastern parts of the
city to maintain pressure on Damascus. Their strategy is failing.
Liberating Aleppo is just a matter of time. Freeing
Obama on the Stump for Hillary
Obama on the Stump for Hillary by Stephen Lendman If she has a 93%
chance of becoming America’s next president, according to the NYT, why
isn’t Obama in Washington doing his job, taking care of the nation’s
business, instead of campaigning for Hillary? His remarks make painful
listening whenever he speaks, a litany of doubletalk, misinformation and
Big Lies. “I want us to focus,” he told a Fayett
US Threatens Cyberterrorist Attack on Russia
US Threatens Cyberterrorist Attack on Russia by Stephen Lendman On
November 4, NBC News reported “US military hackers have penetrated
Russia’s electric grid, telecommunications networks and the Kremlin’s
command systems, making them vulnerable to attack by secret American
cyber weapons should the US deem it necessary, according to (an unnamed)
senior intelligence official and top-secret documents
Erdogan's War on Turkey's Pro-Kurdish Political Leaders and MPs
Erdogan’s War on Turkey’s Pro-Kurdish Political Leaders and MPs by
Stephen Lendman Despite ISIS claiming responsibility for a car-bombing
in Turkey’s southeastern Diyarbakir province, killing at least nine and
injuring scores more, Erdogan and Prime Minister Binali Yildirim blamed
the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) for the incident.
Pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic party (HDP) co-chairs S
NYT Hypes Nonexistent Economic Recovery
NYT Hypes Nonexistent Economic Recovery by Stephen Lendman America’s
privileged class never had things better. For the vast majority of
others, hard times keep getting harder. Commenting on Friday’s Labor
Department jobs report, Trump was right calling the numbers “phony.”
America’s economy is weak, he said earlier, burdened by widespread
poverty, high unemployment and underemployment, downward m
Nov 04
Confrontation Between FBI Agents and DOJ Officials on Investigating Hillary Wrongdoing?
Confrontation Between FBI Agents and Top DOJ Officials on
Investigating Hillary Wrongdoing? by Stephen Lendman Infighting in
Washington is commonplace. Is something with possible far-reaching
consequences now going on below the radar? Former US Justice attorney
Joseph DiGenova thinks so, according to an interview with The Daily
Caller . His sources within the FBI believe agents, angry about how t
Would a Pre-Election Homeland Terrorist Attack Help or Hurt Hillary?
Would a Pre-Election Homeland Terrorist Attack Help or Hurt Hillary?
by Stephen Lendman America hasn’t experienced a terrorist attack in
modern memory. Innocent patsies were wrongfully blamed for officially
announced ones, and others allegedly foiled - 9/11 the mother of all
false flags. Would Hillary or Trump benefit from a pre-election
incident, proclaimed a terrorist attack? CBS News cited unn
Why Haven't Bill and Hillary Clinton Been Imprisoned?
Why Haven’t Bill and Hillary Clinton Been Imprisoned? by Stephen
Lendman They’re not the only members of America’s criminal class.
They’re most important because likely electoral-rigging may give them a
third co-presidential term - humanity threatened by their empowerment.
They partner in each other’s high crimes - major offenses too serious to
ignore, including Nuremberg-level crimes of war of w
Why Haven't Bill and Hillary Clinton Been Imprisoned?
Why Haven’t Bill and Hillary Clinton Been Imprisoned? by Stephen
Lendman They’re not the only members of America’s criminal class.
They’re most important because likely electoral-rigging may give them a
third co-presidential term - humanity threatened by their empowerment.
They partner in each other’s high crimes - major offenses too serious to
ignore, including Nuremberg-level crimes of war of w
Maintaining Pressure on Hillary
Maintaining Pressure on Hillary by Stephen Lendman If anointed to
succeed Obama, pressure on Hillary’s wrongdoing won’t end. Likely
Republican-controlled House committees will target her relentlessly. So
will Senate ones if the GOP maintains control. House Committee on
Oversight and Government Reform chairman Jason Chaffetz (R. UT) called
probing Hillary’s public and private record “a target-rich
Iran's Supreme Leader Correctly Calls America Arrogant and Untrustworthy
Iran’s Supreme Leader Correctly Calls America Arrogant and
Untrustworthy by Stephen Lendman Iran’s 1979 revolution ended a
generation of repressive rule under US-installed Reza Shah Pahlavi, a
despot ruling with an iron fist. On the occasion of the 37th anniversary
of the calm and orderly Iranian student takeover of America’s Tehran
embassy and its aftermath, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Kmanenei addresse
Nov 03
Obama Bashes Comey
Obama Bashes Comey by Stephen Lendman Comey’s October surprise turned
Democrat allies into enemies and Republican adversaries into supporters -
the way things work in Washington. On Wednesday, Obama weighed in,
turning on his FBI director, a highly unusual act, rebuking his October
surprise, saying: “There is a norm that when we are investigating. We
don’t operate on innuendo. We don’t operate on
Media Scoundrel Trump Bashing Continues Hot and Heavy
Media Scoundrel Trump Bashing Continues Hot and Heavy by Stephen
Lendman Never in the history of US presidential politics have media
scoundrels allied more overwhelmingly for one aspirant over the other.
Bias substituting for legitimate journalism is bad enough, disgracefully
worse by featuring misinformation, distortions and lies about one
candidate, while effusively praising the other undeserve
Salute to Chicago's Cubs
Salute to Chicago’s Cubs by Stephen Lendman Other than critical
articles on Olympism, I’ve never written about sporting events. Today an
exception. A long ago Red Sox fan raised in Boston/longtime Chicago
resident salutes its lovable losers no more, winning the World Series
for the first time since 1908. They did it the hard way. Down three
games to one, they came back from oblivion to become wor
Indictment(s) Likely from FBI's Clinton Foundation Probe
Indictment(s) Likely from FBI’s Clinton Foundation Probe by Stephen
Lendman On November 2, Fox News anchor Bret Baier said two sources,
reportedly with “intimate knowledge” of the FBI’s Clinton Foundation
probe, indicated one or more indictments are likely ahead - claiming “a
lot of evidence.” Whether Bill, Hillary and Chelsea Clinton are
vulnerable remains to be seen.The FBI’s White Collar Crime
US-Supported Terrorists Admit Taking Heavy Casualties in Aleppo
US-Supported Terrorists Admit Taking Heavy Casualties in Aleppo by
Stephen Lendman Liberating Syria depends on winning the battle for
Aleppo. It continues raging, government forces inflicting heavy losses
on US-supported terrorists. According to Fars News , citing RT
International's Arabic service, (s)ources close to the terrorist groups
admitted” taking up to 2,500 casualties - dead or wounded f
Nov 02
DNC/Podesta Leaked Emails Source Revealed
DNC/Podesta Leaked Emails Source Revealed by Stephen Lendman Hillary
and others irresponsibly accused Russia for the damning leaked emails -
aiming to distract attention from her wrongdoing. Sputnik News
interviewed former UK ambassador to Uzbekistan Craig Murray. He
explained “(t)he source of these emails and leaks has nothing to do with
Russia at all.” “I discovered what the source was when I a
Does Early Voting Show Less Black Support for Hillary Than Expected?
Does Early Voting Show Less Black Support for Hillary Than Expected?
by Stephen Lendman Speaking in North Carolina days earlier, Trump called
for a “new deal for Black America…grounded in three promises: safe
communities, great education and high-paying jobs.” “Whether you vote
for me or not, I will be your greatest champion. We live in a very
divided country, and I will be your greatest champion
Former Bush/Cheney Hawk Urges More Aggressive US Foreign Policy
Former Bush/Cheney Hawk Urges More Aggressive US Foreign Policy by
Stephen Lendman Nobel Peace Laureate Obama bombed seven countries while
commander-in-chief of America’s military - Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq,
Libya, Syria, Yemen and Somalia, besides authorizing destabilizing
activities in dozens of others. Maybe Foreign Policy contributor John
Hannah wants Russia, China, Iran and other countrie
Putin Planning a November Surprise in Aleppo?
Putin Planning a November Surprise in Aleppo? by Stephen Lendman On
October 18, Putin halted Russian aerial operations against eastern
Aleppo terrorists - while continuing to provide Syrian forces with
intelligence and logistical support. After several days of fierce
fighting, terrorists failed to break through government forces
encircling them. They remain trapped under siege, able to leave safe
The New Yorker Magazine Argues Against Democracy
The New Yorker Magazine Argues Against Democracy by Stephen Lendman
The New Yorker is an establishment publication, giving readers
commentaries, criticism, essays, fiction, satire, cartoons and poetry
since February 1925 when a newsstand issue cost 15 cents. Today it’s
$3.95. It’s November 7 issue argues against democracy, asking “(i)f most
voters are uninformed, who should make decisions about t
NYT Mocks Assad and Syrian Suffering
NYT Mocks Assad and Syrian Suffering by Stephen Lendman Meeting with
Western journalists on Monday, Assad was forthright, honest and candid,
the way he always addresses issues affecting Syria and its people. If
accusations claiming he’s committing crimes of war and against humanity
were true, as media scoundrels claim, he would have lost public support
long ago, he explained. He’s overwhelmingly
Nov 01
Irresponsible UK MI5 Russia Bashing
Irresponsible UK MI5 Russia Bashing by Stephen Lendman Britain allies
with America’s imperial agenda, sharing guilt for horrendous war crimes
in all its war theaters - bashing Russia irresponsibly like officials in
Washington and supportive media scoundrels. On November 1, London’s
Guardian interviewed Britain’s domestic counter-intelligence and
security MI5 agency head Andrew Parker - the first
Comey to Be Investigated?
Comey to Be Investigated? by Stephen Lendman The disturbing truth
about democracy in America: There is none - not from inception, not now,
FBI Director James Comey’s investigation of Hillary’s mishandling of
classified State Department documents one of countless examples. In
July, he whitewashed her clear criminality, serious enough to send
ordinary people to prison - compromising national securi
ICC to Investigate US War Crimes in Afghanistan? Hold the Cheers
ICC to Investigate US War Crimes in Afghanistan? Hold the Cheers by
Stephen Lendman According to Professor David Bosco , writing in Foreign
Policy, “(t)he prosecutor’s office of the International Criminal Court
(ICC) is ready to initiate a full investigation of a range of possible
war crimes and crimes against humanity in Afghanistan, including some by
US personnel, according to several knowledge
Scoundrel Media Whining About Comey's October Surprise
Scoundrel Media Whining About Comey’s October Surprise by Stephen
Lendman Media scoundrels for Hillary want her left untouchable, her
scandalous public record suppressed - high crimes too serious to ignore.
No wonder public trust in government is the lowest in 50 years,
according to Gallup polling. Less than 30% of Americans believe their
interests are served. Increasing numbers abhor media scoun
US-Supported Terrorists Fail to Break Aleppo Siege
US-Supported Terrorists Fail to Break Aleppo Siege by Stephen Lendman
According to Fars News , thousands of al-Nusra (Al Qaeda in Syria) and
affiliated terrorist fighters “failed to meet the coalition’s military
objective of lifting the siege on our comrades trapped in the eastern
part of the city,” according to what militants reported. After days of
heavy clashes, government forces outfought the
Oct 31
Protecting Aleppo Civilians Requires Eliminating Terrorists, Says Assad
Protecting Aleppo Civilians Requires Eliminating Terrorists, Says
Assad by Stephen Lendman “That’s our mission, according to the
constitution, according to the law, that we have to protect the people,
that we have to get rid of those terrorists from Aleppo,” Assad
stressed. “This is where we can protect the civilians. How can we
protect them while they are under control of the terrorists?…We need
Israeli Minister Urges Greater West Bank Land Theft
Israeli Minister Urges Greater West Bank Land Theft by Stephen Lendman
Israel is run by a lunatic fringe combination of fascist hardliners,
Zionist zealots and religious extremists. Education Minister Naftali
Bennett is an over-the-top ultra-right-wing ideologue, urging unlimited
settlement expansions on stolen Palestinian land, an ethnic cleansing
policy for exclusive Jewish development. He beli
Comey Accused of Interfering in US Election
Comey Accused of Interfering in US Presidential Election by Stephen
Lendman Had Comey recommended Hillary be held criminally responsible for
mishandling classified State Department documents last July, along with
perjury for lying to the FBI and Congress, a firestorm of criticism
wouldn’t have followed his Friday announcement. Senate Minority Leader
Harry Reid (D. NV) accused him of “tarring Secr
Harvard Undergrads for Hillary
Harvard Undergrads for Hillary by Stephen Lendman According to the
student newspaper Harvard Crimson’s October survey , 87% of undergrads
support Hillary. A scant 6% back Trump, 5.8% for Libertarian Gary
(“what’s Aleppo”) Johnson, and less than 1% for Harvard College and
Medical School graduate Jill Stein - the only people’s candidate
running. Around one-third of undergrads responded (2,128 out o
Saudi Warplanes Continue Massacring Yemeni Civilians
Saudi Warplanes Continue Massacring Yemeni Civilians by Stephen
Lendman US naked aggression on Yemen gets scant scoundrel media
coverage. It includes undeclared drone war begun post-9/11, Obama
continuing what George Bush began, civilians harmed most of all. In
March 2015, Saudi Arabia and other regional rogue states, backed by
America and its NATO partners, began terror-bombing Houthi forces, fa
Oct 30
Russia and Syria Warn About US Shifting ISIS from Mosul to Battle Assad
Russia and Syria Warn About US Shifting ISIS from Mosul to Battle
Assad by Stephen Lendman A previous article explained the so-called
battle for Mosul is a hoax. It’s about shifting thousands of
US-supported ISIS fighters to Syria, along with perhaps letting Turkish
forces move in to control evacuated areas. In Moscow, Russian and Syrian
foreign ministers expressed concern. Sergey Lavrov said Mos
Russia's Eastern Aleppo Aerial Operations Remain Suspended
Russia’s Eastern Aleppo Aerial Operations Remain Suspended by Stephen
Lendman On Sunday, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman General Igor
Konashenkov said “ Russian and Syrian aircraft have not performed any
flights over the city of Aleppo for 13 days…” “For comparison, the
US-led international coalition has delivered nine airstrikes over the
last 24 hours at residential quarters of the Iraqi city
Will FBI Director Comey's October Surprise Derail Hillary's White House Bid?
Will FBI Director Comey’s October Surprise Derail Hillary’s White
House Bid? by Stephen Lendman Having closed his earlier investigation
into Hillary’s use of her private email server for classified State
Department documents without bringing charges, dismissing indictable
evidence, it’s hard imagining a shift of agency policy now. So what’s
going on? Is FBI Director Comey trying to save face, eve
Media Scoundrels For Hillary React to Comey's Bombshell
Media Scoundrels for Hillary React to Comey’s Bombshell by Stephen
Lendman Leading broadsheets New York Times and Washington Post have gone
all-out for Hillary throughout months of campaigning - one-sidedly
supporting her, denigrating Trump relentlessly. Comey’s unexpected
Friday bombshell shocked them, leaving them scrambling to react. The
Times called Comey’s letter to Congress “cryptic…fail(in
UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine Blasts Israel
UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine Blasts Israel by Stephen Lendman
How many years of illegal Israeli occupation of Palestine are too many?
How long will the international community tolerate its vicious
persecution of millions of defenseless people? How long will its
longstanding slow-motion genocide policy be allowed to continue
unchallenged? Every day is Kristallnacht in Palestine, especially i
Oct 29
Mixed Messages from Moscow on Aleppo
Mixed Messages from Moscow on Aleppo by Stephen Lendman On Friday,
Russian General Staff of the Armed Forces head Gen. Sergey Rudskoi said
“(s)ince civilians continue dying and the militants have resumed active
combat actions against government forces, we've asked the Supreme
Commander (President Vladimir Putin) to authorize resumption of
airsrikes at illegal paramilitary formations (US-supported
Russia Documents US Sabotage of Agreements Between Both Countries on Syria
Russia Documents US Sabotage of Agreements Between Both Countries on
Syria by Stephen Lendman Russia’s document, titled “Comparison Analysis
of Russia-US Agreements Implementation” on the long-running Syrian
conflict, submitted to UN authorities, Security Council members and
other agencies shows willful US undermining of principles agreed to -
typical of how Washington operates, pledging one thin
US-Supported Terrorists Shell Russian Embassy in Damascus
US-Supported Terrorists Shell Russian Embassy in Damascus by Stephen
Lendman They’ve done it before without causing casualties or damage.
According to Russia’s Foreign Ministry, terrorists fired two mortar
rounds at the embassy’s compound. One shell exploded near the diplomatic
mission’s entrance, damaging the building and four vehicles. The attack
came from terrorist-controlled Jobar district. O
Only in Banana Republics, Despotic Monarchies and America Do Corrupt Families Rule
Only in Banana Republics, Despotic Monarchies and America Do Corrupt
Families Rule by Stephen Lendman On Thursday, Vladimir Putin asked “is
America a banana republic?" American writer O. Henry (William Sydney
Porter) coined the term. It refers to a politically unstable and/or
repressive country where a small percent of the population enjoys a
disproportionate share of wealth and power. It’s where
FBI Director Comey's October Surprise
FBI Director Comey’s October Surprise by Stephen Lendman It doesn’t
matter. The Clintons are untouchable. Despite clear evidence of war
crimes, racketeering, perjury, and Hillary’s email scandal, along with
suspicion of murder, and who knows what else, they’re heading back to
the White House in January. Electoral rigging virtually assures it. FBI
director James Comey’s announced revisiting of Hil
Trump and Hillary React to FBI Director Comey's October Surprise
Trump and Hillary React to FBI Director Comey’s October Surprise by
Stephen Lendman Both candidates reacted as expected - despite no chance
whatever that Comey will recommend Hillary be held accountable for
wrongdoing after whitewashing her email scandal earlier. Why he’s
reopening things won’t be clear until more is known about his decision. A
leaked email obtained by Fox News suggests his conce
Oct 28
America Wants War, not Peace, in Syria
America Wants War, not Peace, in Syria by Stephen Lendman If America
wanted peace, why did Obama attack Syria unjustifiably in March 2011,
using ISIS and other terrorist groups as imperial foot soldiers? Why did
he go to war against a nonbelligerent country threatening no one -
violating international and constitutional law, with full scoundrel
media support? Why is naked aggression called civil
West Combats Terrorism with Words, Russia with Deeds, Says Lavrov
West Combats Terrorism with Words, Russia with Deeds, Says Lavrov by
Stephen Lendman Lavrov knows Russia and its allies alone combat the
scourge of US created and supported terrorism. He’s diplomatically
polite, at times to a fault. America and its rogue allies continue
reigning terror against numerous countries - wars, coups,
destabilization, intimidation and bullying their tactics, countries li
November Election Rigged for Hillary
November Election Rigged for Hillary by Stephen Lendman I’ve said
before it’s all over but the postmortems - Hillary virtually certain to
succeed Obama by fair or foul means, likely the latter, election rigging
a longstanding US tradition. Tedious months of campaigning had no
effect on November’s outcome - decided for Hillary before she announced
her candidacy last year, a disturbing reminder of
Russia and Syria Blamed for Idlib Bombing Hoax
Russia and Syria Blamed for Idlib Bombing Hoax by Stephen Lendman
Speaking at the Valdai International Discussion Club in Sochi on
Thursday, Putin said Russian patience has limits. “We(‘ve) show(n)
restraint so far and (haven’t) respond(ed) to our partners (sic) in the
same gauche manner, but everything has its limits. We can do it,” he
explained. So what is he waiting for, given endless US provo
Shamelessly Attacking Jill Stein
Shamelessly Attacking Jill Stein by Stephen Lendman Physician turned
activist/political aspirant Jill Stein says she “want(s) to be president
to save the world because (Republicans and Democrats) are a front group
for the 1%, for predatory banks, fossil fuel giants and war
profiteers.” She continues devoting enormous time and energy, likely
incurring considerable personal expense, traveling the c
Oct 27
Hillary Favors Aggressively Interventionist Foreign Policy
Hillary Favors Aggressively Interventionist Foreign Policy by Stephen
Lendman The first Bill and Hillary Clinton co-presidency included eight
years of Balkan and other wars of aggression. Bush/Cheney exceeded their
lawlessness. Obama outdid the worst of both previous administrations -
attacking seven countries, destabilizing others, orchestrating coups in
Honduras, Paraguay and Brazil, threatenin
Putin Straight Talk at the Valdai International Discussion Club
Putin Straight Talk at the Valdai International Discussion Club by
Stephen Lendman He’s an effective antidote to Obama, Bill and Hillary
doubletalk and serial lying - a leader who says what he means and means
what he says. Addressing the Valdai International Discussion Club’s 13th
annual meeting in Sochi, Russia, this year’s theme “The Future in
Progress: Shaping the World of Tomorrow,” he stress
Dining Service Workers Defeat Mighty Harvard
Dining Service Workers Defeat Mighty Harvard by Stephen Lendman A
previous article discussed strike action by Harvard University Dining
Services (HUDS) workers, their only walkout ever during an academic
year. I explained my special interest in their struggle. In my junior
and senior years, as a member of Harvard’s class of 1956, I worked
part-time in my Lowell House dining hall - one of various
NATO Head Stokes Tensions with Russia
NATO Head Stokes Tensions with Russia by Stephen Lendman America
dominates NATO. The alliance serves its imperial interests.
Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg speaks for Washington. On October 26,
at a meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels, Russia was a key
topic. Stoltenberg’s hostile comments contribute to heightened East/West
tensions. “Close to our borders, Russia continues its asser
Western Warplanes Terror-Bomb Syrian School, Russia Irresponsibly Blamed
Western Warplanes Terror-Bomb Syrian School, Russia Irresponsibly
Blamed by Stephen Lendman Whenever US and/or “coalition” warplanes
terror-bomb Syrian schools, hospitals, residential areas, other civilian
sites, and vital infrastructure, Moscow and/or Damascus are
irresponsibly blamed. On Wednesday, an Idlib province school was
terror-bombed. According to the UK-based/Western funded Syrian Obser
NATO Head Stokes Tensions with Russia
NATO Head Stokes Tensions with Russia by Stephen Lendman America
dominates NATO. The alliance serves its imperial interests.
Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg speaks for Washington. On October 26,
at a meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels, Russia was a key
topic. Stoltenberg’s hostile comments contribute to heightened East/West
tensions. “Close to our borders, Russia continues its asser
Is US Planning Another Coup Attempt in Venezuela? by Stephen Lendman Earlier US attempts to replace Venezuela’s democra...
Is US Planning Another Coup Attempt in Venezuela? by Stephen Lendman
Earlier US attempts to replace Venezuela’s democratically elected
Bolivarian government with puppet rule beholden to Washington failed.
According to United Socialist Party (PSUV) parliamentary vice president
Diosdado Cabello, US-supported fascist opposition Democratic Unity
Roundtable (MUD) leaders intend initiating a regime cha
NYT Editors Oppose Venezuelan Democracy
NYT Editors Oppose Venezuelan Democracy by Stephen Lendman NYT editors
opposed Bolivarian fairness from inception, denigrating Hugo Chavez
shamelessly throughout his tenure, treating Nicolas Maduro the same -
siding with US-supported fascists, wanting tyranny replacing democratic
governance. On Wednesday, they lied, accusing Maduro of “authoritarian
rule and epic economic mismanagement.” They ign
Oct 26
US Ballot Choices for President: War on Russia or Normalized Relations
US Ballot Choices for President: War on Russia or Normalized Relations
by Stephen Lendman Businessman Trump would rather profit from relations
with Russia than bomb it. Neocon hawk Hillary risks waging potentially
cataclysmic nuclear war. Which agenda do you support? A simple choice.
Wall Street, war profiteers, media scoundrels, corporate pollsters, and
bipartisan lunatics infesting Washington o
US and Turkey Aided ISIS Attack on Kirkuk, Iraq Last Week
US and Turkey Aided ISIS Attack on Kirkuk, Iraq Last Week by Stephen
Lendman Last week, Pentagon and Turkish aircraft airlifted ISIS fighters
from Turkey and al-Hawija (30 miles west of Kirkuk) to Leilan and
Daqouq, south of the city - facilitating the subsequent terror attack
last Friday, killing an estimated 40 people, mostly Iraqi security force
members. Here’s how The NYT misreported what hap
US and Turkey Aid ISIS Attack on Kirkuk, Iraq Last Week
US and Turkey Aided ISIS Attack on Kirkuk, Iraq Last Week by Stephen
Lendman Last week, Pentagon and Turkish aircraft airlifted ISIS fighters
from Turkey and al-Hawija (30 miles west of Kirkuk) to Leilan and
Daqouq, south of the city - facilitating the subsequent terror attack
last Friday, killing an estimated 40 people, mostly Iraqi security force
members. Here’s how the NYT misreported what hap
Israel's Lieberman Threatens Gazans with Genocide
Israel’s Lieberman Threatens Gazans with Genocide by Stephen Lendman
Minister of war Avigdor Lieberman is part of Israel’s lunatic fringe -
ruthless, lawless, racist, militant, extremist and nightmarish for
Palestinians. A former nightclub bouncer in Moldova before moving to
Israel in 1978, he heads the ultranationalist Israel Beiteinu party. Its
agenda includes no concessions, no settlement free
US-Led Coalition Warplanes Killing Civilians, Media Scoundrels Silent
US-Led Coalition Warplanes Killing Civilians, Media Scoundrels Silent
by Stephen Lendman When Russian and Syrian warplanes target terrorists,
false accusations of killing civilians follow. When US-led coalition
terror-bombing massacres noncombatants, media scoundrels report nothing.
On October 26, Amnesty International (AI) headlined “USA must come
clean about civilian deaths caused by coalition
Whose Side Is Russia on in Syria?
Whose Side Is Russia on in Syria? by Stephen Lendman In September
2015, at the behest of its legitimate government, Russia began aerial
operations to combat ISIS and al-Nusra terrorists in Syria. Numerous
other likeminded groups are involved, just as cutthroat, just as
ruthless, just as extremist, masquerading as “moderate rebels” when none
exist - supported by Washington, NATO, Saudi Arabia, Qat
One-Sided NYT Debate on Putin
One-Sided NYT Debate on Putin by Stephen Lendman Times editors changed
the rules on debating, assuring views they support get featured, others
at most given short shrift - maintaining its mind manipulation
practice, excluding free and open discussion on vital world and national
issues. Matthew Rojansky directs the establishment Wilson Center Kennan
Institute. Kathryn Stoner is a Stanford Universi
US Ballot Choices for President: War on Russia or Normalized Relations
US Ballot Choices for President: War on Russia or Normalized Relations
by Stephen Lendman Businessman Trump would rather profit from relations
with Russia than bomb it. Neocon hawk Hillary risks waging potentially
cataclysmic nuclear war. Which agenda do you support? A simple choice.
Wall Street, war profiteers, media scoundrels, corporate pollsters, and
bipartisan lunatics infesting Washington o
Oct 25
Battle for Mosul Not What It Seems
Battle for Mosul Not What It Seems by Stephen Lendman The battle for
Mosul is more about redeploying thousands of US-supported ISIS fighters
to Syria, along with perhaps letting Turkish forces move in to control
evacuated areas. Erdogan long coveted Mosul. He may think now’s his
chance to seize the city and its lucrative oil reserves, claiming it’s a
buffer zone against Kurdish fighters, similar
NYT Claims Middle East Ablaze From Us Imperial Ravaging Needs Its Leadership
NYT Claims Middle East Ablaze From US Imperial Ravaging Needs Its
Leadership by Stephen Lendman The Times and complicit media scoundrels
march in lockstep with US wars of aggression and others planned - acting
as imperial agents, not legitimate sources of news, information and
analysis. US new millennium conflicts rage endlessly, nations
threatening no one preemptively raped and destroyed - milli
NGOs Supporting America's Imperial Ruthlessness in Syria
NGOs Supporting America’s Imperial Ruthlessness in Syria by Stephen
Lendman NGOs listed below support US-led imperial ruthlessness to topple
Assad and destroy Syrian sovereign independence. How else to explain
their disgraceful joint statement , wanting Russia’s membership on the
UN Human Rights Council (HRC) ended when its term expires at yearend. On
October 28, General Assembly members will sel
Neocon Washington Post for Regime Change in Venezuela
Neocon Washington Post for Regime Change in Venezuela by Stephen
Lendman Venezuela’s oil-dependent economy suffers greatly from low
prices and US economic war - waged to destabilize the country, create
enormous hardships, mobilize majority opposition to President Nicholas
Maduro’s leadership, and end nearly 18 years of Bolivarian fairness.
Neocons in Washington want control over Venezuela’s vast
Bill and Hillary Clinton, Inc.: For Sale at the Right Price
Bill and Hillary Clinton, Inc.: For Sale at the Right Price by Stephen
Lendman After announcing her presidential bid last year, Hillary tried
getting Moroccan King Mohammed VI to donate $12 million to the Clinton
Foundation in return for a face-to-face meeting and speaking engagement.
Nice work if you can get it. Easy if you’re Bill or Hillary Clinton,
money from Morocco’s king one of many exampl
Oct 24
Disastrous 1996 Telecommunications Act
Disastrous 1996 Telecommunications Act by Stephen Lendman The 1996
Telecommunications Act, during the Bill and Hillary Clinton
co-presidency, deregulated all communication industries - paving the way
for greater consolidation, less competition, less concern about
diversity and choice, and higher profits at the expense of
consumer-friendly policies. At the time, Vice President Al Gore
deceitfully
No Ministerial Meeting Ahead on Syria, Says Russia
No Ministerial Meetings Ahead on Syria, Says Russia by Stephen Lendman
On Monday, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov ruled out
further ministerial meetings with America and other nations on Syria
until they comply with earlier agreements reached - notably in Geneva
last month, saying: “Frankly, right now I do not see any preconditions
for the ministerial meeting. Of course, the minist
NYT Ridicules Rejecting Election Rigging
NYT Ridicules Rejecting Election Rigging by Stephen Lendman A weekend
article said America’s presidential election was stolen for Hillary
before polls open on November 8. US electoral rigging is longstanding at
the federal, state and local levels - revealing sham democracy, the
nation no different from despotic Gulf States and numerous others
worldwide run by tyrants, not legitimately elected off
The Struggle to Preserve Syrian Sovereign Independence
The Struggle to Preserve Syrian Sovereign Independence by Stephen
Lendman Much depends on defeating the scourge of US imperialism
throughout the Middle East. Preserving Syrian sovereignty and
territorial integrity are key - why Russia is involved, along with
wanting to prevent the spread of ISIS and other terrorist groups to its
heartland. If Syria goes, Iran is next, followed by targeting Russia
Neocons Infesting Washington Urge Escalated Aggression in Syria
Neocons Infesting Washington Urge Escalated Aggression in Syria by
Stephen Lendman The neocon Washington Post features their extremist
views, urging greater war on a sovereign independent nation threatening
no one. Former State Department official/current Wilson Center vice
president Aaron David Miller challenged Hillary, saying “(s)he’s on the
hook to deliver” as America’s next president. If she
Oct 23
Why Obama and Hillary Wanted Libya's Gaddafi Toppled and Killed
Why Obama and Hillary Wanted Libya's Gaddafi Toppled and Killed by
Stephen Lendman October 20 marked the fifth anniversary of Muammar
Gaddafi’s sodomized-related death - US imperial viciousness responsible
for his murder and destruction Africa’s most developed, socially
responsible nation. Endless violence and chaos replaced a society safe
and fit to live in. Gaddafi provided Libyans with importa
Sanders' Deplorable Fall From Grace
Sanders’ Deplorable Fall from Grace by Stephen Lendman Supporting
Hillary means he’s pro-war, pro-Wall Street, pro-corporate predation,
anti-labor, anti-equity and justice, anti-fundamental freedoms - while
pretending otherwise. On the stump for Hillary, he transformed himself
into a pathetic laughing stock, supporting what he campaigned against -
showing it was willful deception, Big Lies, the w
Farcical Ceasefire in Aleppo Ends, Combating Terrorism Resumes
Farcical Ceasefire in Aleppo Ends, Combating Terrorism Resumes by
Stephen Lendman Like previous good faith Russian diplomatic conflict
resolution efforts, its unilaterally declared humanitarian pause in
combating terrorists infesting eastern Aleppo failed because Washington
undermined it - wanting endless war to topple Assad and destroy
sovereign Syrian independence. On October 22, the Russian la
US Election Stolen for Hillary Before Polls Open
US Presidential Election Stolen for Hillary Before Polls Open by
Stephen Lendman November 8 isn’t election day. It’s orchestrated grand
theft theater to anoint Hillary Obama’s successor. Americans are deluded
to believe their vote matters. This year’s outcome was decided well in
advance, likely last year before aspirants announced their candidacy for
the nation’s highest office. Power brokers run
AT&T Buying Time Warner: If Approved, Assures Greater Scoundrel Media Consolidation Than Already
AT&T Buying Time Warner: If Approved, Assures Greater Scoundrel
Media Consolidation Than Already by Stephen Lendman Six corporate giants
control most media and related content Americans consume. Comcast, News
Corp., Disney, Viacom, CBS and Time Warner dominate US broadcast and
cable television news, entertainment and sports, movie and TV
production, theme parks, record labels, publishing, and for
Oct 22
Our Long National Nightmare Is Just Beginning
Our Long National Nightmare Is Just Beginning by Stephen Lendman In
less than three weeks, get used to hearing about president-elect
Hillary, she and husband Bill heading back to the White House in January
for a third co-presidential term - by fair or foul means. What’s coming
should terrify everyone. She’ll largely be calling the shots this time,
surrounded with likeminded neocons, war lords, re
UN Human Rights Blames Russia and Syria for US-Led High Crimes
UN Human Rights Chief Blames Russia and Syria for US-Led High Crimes
by Stephen Lendman Like his deplorable predecessor Navi Pillay, UN High
Commissioner for Human Rights, Jordanian Prince Zeid Ra’ad Zeid
Al-Hussein, represents US-led Western imperial interests exclusively.
Earlier he was Jordan’s UN envoy and ambassador to America. Appointed to
his current post in September 2014, he straightaway
Farcical Ceasefire in Aleppo
Farcical Ceasefire in Aleppo by Stephen Lendman Russian/Syrian good
faith ceasefire efforts to provide humanitarian relief for thousands of
eastern Aleppo residents held hostage as human shields by US-backed
terrorists failed as expected. Ceasefire plays into their hands, letting
them regroup, rearm and mobilize for further attacks - with full US
support and encouragement. Russia and Syria know w
Pressure Building for Direct US Intervention in Syria
Pressure Building for Direct US Intervention in Syria by Stephen
Lendman Obama is incrementally upping the stakes in Syria - building
pressure, preparing for Hillary’s takeover in January, a near certainty
as things now stand - things rigged for her as Trump justifiably claims.
Escalated conflict to oust Assad is virtually certain with her as
commander-in-chief of America’s military. A dubious, l
NYT Falsely Claims Hillary's Emails Weren't Damaging
NYT Falsely Claims Hillary’s Emails Weren’t Damaging by Stephen
Lendman Daily WikiLeaks dumps of Hillary’s emails reveal her disturbing
polar opposite public and private views on major issues. They show she’s
a pathological liar, a pay-to-play influence peddler in return for
large Clinton Foundation donations, earning millions of dollars in
supportive Wall Street speeches, and disturbing informat
Oct 21
UN Human Rights Council Supports America's Imperial Project in Syria
UN Human Rights Council Supports America’s Imperial Project in Syria
by Stephen Lendman The HRC includes a rogue’s gallery of states
supporting naked aggression among its 47 members, including Saudi
Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, and NATO nations Britain, Germany, France,
Belgium, Latvia, Albania, and Slovenia - backing US-led aggression on
Syrian sovereign independence. On Friday, it passed a resolutio
Hillary Favors Privatizing Social Security
Hillary Favors Privatizing Social Security by Stephen Lendman She’s
been deplorably pro-Wall Street throughout her public life - as
president next year in a position to benefit major financial firms more
than ever by incrementally privatizing Social Security. According to
journalists David Sirota and Avi Asher-Schapiro , financial services
giant Blackstone Group “openly promote(s) a plan to give
US-Supported Terrorists Blocking Humanitarian Aid to Eastern Aleppo
US-Supported Terrorists Blocking Humanitarian Aid to Eastern Aleppo by
Stephen Lendman On Friday, Russia extended its humanitarian pause for
another 24 hours - until 7:00PM local time Saturday evening unless
maintained longer. It must decide whether to continue suspending its
eastern Aleppo anti-terrorist aerial campaign or resume it because
ceasefire failed - like all earlier attempts, futile ef
US Undermining Ceasefire in Aleppo
US Undermining Ceasefire in Aleppo by Stephen Lendman Make no mistake.
Good faith Russian/Syrian efforts to halt fighting in Aleppo failed
because Washington wants endless war, not resolution. It wants Syria’s
legitimate government led by democratically elected/overwhelmingly
popular Bashar al-Assad toppled - replaced by a puppet regime it
controls. This is what imperialism is all about - the rap
NYT Propaganda on Russian/Syrian Aleppo Ceasefire
NYT Propaganda on Russian/Syrian Aleppo Ceasefire by Stephen Lendman
Times reporting on Syria consists of US administration and Pentagon
handouts - willful misinformation and Big Lies, vital hard truths
suppressed, disgracefully mocking legitimate journalism, absent in Times
reports on virtually all major issues, especially geopolitical ones.
Instead of praising Russian and Syrian good faith effo
Venezuela Responds to Hillary's Ad Denigrating Hugo Chavez
Venezuela Responds to Hillary’s Ad Denigrating Hugo Chavez by Stephen
Lendman The ad disgracefully portrays Chavez as dictatorial like Hitler
and Mussolini, denigrating Trump, claiming he’s cut out of the same
cloth - one of many examples showing how low Hillary’s campaign is
willing to stoop. Targeting Latino voters in Spanish, it features Trump
saying she should be jailed, along with criticizin
Oct 20
Hillary's Catastrophic Agenda
Hillary’s Catastrophic Agenda by Stephen Lendman With November 8 fast
approaching, Hillary looks almost certain to succeed Obama - most
Americans mindless of what she represents. During two earlier terms, she
and husband Bill partnered in each other’s high crimes, their
co-presidency about to get a third term. This time, she’s the senior
partner, an unapologetic militant hardliner, an unprecedent
Trump v. Hillary: Sin City Spectacle
Trump v. Hillary: Sin City Spectacle by Stephen Lendman According to
Pew Research , the economy tops the list of most important issues for US
voters - followed by terrorism, foreign policy (war and peace),
healthcare, gun policy, immigration, Social Security, education, Supreme
Court appointments, treatment of racial and ethnic minorities, trade,
the environment, abortion, as well as treatment of
Putin and Assad Committed to Defeating Terrorism in Syria
Putin and Assad Committed to Defeating Terrorism in Syria by Stephen
Lendman On Wednesday, Putin and Assad spoke by phone, discussing their
war on terrorism in Syria. Russia’s president said he remains committed
to defeating its scourge, along with protecting and preserving Syrian
sovereignty and territorial integrity. Assad thanked him for his vital
support, stressing his determination to rid Sy
Draining the East Aleppo Swamp
Draining the East Aleppo Swamp by Stephen Lendman A humanitarian pause
in eastern Aleppo will continue beyond Thursday, provided US-supported
terrorists honor it - unlikely given continued scattered fighting and
failure of all earlier cessation of conflict efforts. According to the
Russian language Izvestia broadsheet, Russian and Syrian forces intend
draining the eastern Aleppo swamp if the curr
Shaky Russian/Syrian Ceasefire in East Aleppo
Shaky Russian/Syrian Ceasefire in East Aleppo by Stephen Lendman If
things hold true to form, Syrian/Russian declared ceasefire in East
Aleppo won’t prove more successful than earlier efforts to halt
fighting. Agreed on Geneva terms last month were undermined by Pentagon
warplanes massacring scores of Syrian soldiers, a willful act of mass
murder to continue war in Aleppo, while irresponsibly bla
Oct 19
Media Bias for Hillary
Media Bias for Hillary by Stephen Lendman It’s old news supported by
newly released Center for Public Integrity (CPI) information. More on
this below. Campaigning yesterday in Colorado, Trump called media
scoundrels “more crooked than crooked Hillary” - again saying November’s
election is “rigged.” Ignore mainstream reports, he urged. “(R)ead the
Internet” instead. In North Carolina, Trump runnin
Whacking Trump Ahead of Final "Debate" Spectacle
Whacking Trump Ahead of Final “Debate” Spectacle by Stephen Lendman
Since Trump announced his presidential candidacy last year, media
scoundrels waged an unprecedented vilification campaign against him,
intensified after he emerged last GOP aspirant standing. Ahead of
Wednesday night’s last one-on-one hurrah, lead media scoundrel character
assassins New York Times and Washington Post softened him
Lord Protect Us From Another US Presidential "Debate" Spectacle
Lord Protect Us From Another US Presidential “Debate” Spectacle by
Stephen Lendman Thankfully Wednesday night ends them for this electoral
cycle, their painful echoes lingering in deplorable scoundrel media
reports - automatically saying Hillary won, Trump lost like two previous
encounters. Should anyone care? This year’s staged spectacles won’t
determine November’s outcome - not with things look
US-Supported Terrorists in Eastern Aleppo Ignored Russian/Syrian Ceasefire
US-Supported Terrorists in Eastern Aleppo Ignored Russian/Syrian
Ceasefire by Stephen Lendman On Tuesday, Russian Defense Minister Sergey
Shoigu announced a joint Russian/Syrian 48-hour ceasefire to deliver
humanitarian aid and let terrorist fighters and civilians leave eastern
Aleppo voluntarily - their safe passage guaranteed. US-backed jihadists
rejected the offer, vowing to continue fighting
A Snapshot of Deplorable NYT Misreporting on Syria
A Snapshot of Deplorable NYT Misreporting on Syria by Stephen Lendman
Daily Times reports on Syria and other US war theaters reveal its role
as an imperial mouthpiece - Pentagon and administration handouts
substituting for truth and full disclosure. On October 18, it headlined
“How the Battle for Aleppo Is Taking Syria’s War to a New Low.”
Misinformation followed, including claiming 275,000 civil
Oct 18
Trump v. Hillary on Russia
Trump v. Hillary on Russia by Stephen Lendman Hillary’s likely
ascension to power next year risks belligerent confrontation with
Russia, possible nuclear war. Putin earlier warned of “being pulled in
an irreversible direction.” His warning remains unheeded. Hillary’s
anti-Russia hostility risks the unthinkable. Trump’s worldview could
save humanity from crossing a catastrophic red line of no retu
US and UK Want RT International Silenced
US and UK Want RT International Silenced by Stephen Lendman America,
Britain and their rogue partners want total control over information
dissemination, alternative voices silenced - things headed incrementally
in this direction. A major false flag ahead may rip the mask off their
Machiavellian intentions entirely, a death blow for fundamental freedoms
following - most people none the wiser, fool
Imperial Tool NYT Calls RT International "a Snarky Anti-West" Kremlin Mouthpiece
Imperial Tool NYT Calls RT International “a Snarky Anti-West” Kremlin
Mouthpiece by Stephen Lendman The NYT long ago lost credibility,
deplorably serving as a press agent for wealth, power and privilege -
publishing virtual state-sponsored propaganda on major world and
national issues, especially when America goes to war. In contrast, RT
International broadcasts real news, information and analysi
EU Blasts Russia and Syria, Ignores Its Complicity with US War Crimes
EU Blasts Russia and Syria, Ignores Its Complicity with US War Crimes
by Stephen Lendman Meeting in Luxembourg on October 17, EU foreign
ministers issued a joint statement, irresponsibly condemning Russian and
Syrian anti-terrorist operations in east Aleppo - ignoring their
complicity with US high crimes. They lied saying Russian and Syrian
airstrikes in east Aleppo “may amount to war crimes” - f
Israel Arresting Palestinian Youths for Facebook Posts
Israel Arresting Palestinian Youths for Facebook Posts by Stephen
Lendman For nearly half a century, Palestinians have endured brutal
occupation harshness. They’ve been ruthlessly persecuted, denied their
fundamental human and civil rights, falsely arrested, imprisoned,
tortured or murdered at Israel’s discretion - youths and children
treated as viciously as adults. On October 17, Defense for Chi
Oct 17
US Supplying Terrorists in Aleppo With TOW Antitank Missiles
US Supplying Terrorists in Aleppo With TOW Guided Antitank Missiles by
Stephen Lendman These weapons have been around since 1970, upgraded
over time for greater accuracy and destructive power. ISIS was earlier
supplied with shoulder-launched, man-portable, easy to operate,
surface-to-air missiles (SAMS), able to down helicopters and low-flying
aircraft. Perhaps terrorists in east Aleppo are getti
Western War on Truth-Telling Intensifying
Western War on Truth-Telling Intensifying by Stephen Lendman Media
freedom on air, online and in print is too vital to lose. Without it,
all other fundamental rights are endangered. In America and EU
countries, tyranny is fast replacing free societies, heading toward
becoming full-blown - WikiLeaks and RT International the latest targets.
On October 17, WikiLeaks co-founder Julian Assange tweeted
Liberating Mosul a Walkover, Not a Great Battle As Hyped
Liberating Mosul a Walkover, Not a Great Battle As Hyped by Stephen
Lendman Controlled by US-supported ISIS since 2014, a hyped Iraqi
offensive together with US combat troops began on Monday. US-installed
Iraqi puppet prime minister Haider al-Abadi issued an early morning
statement, saying: “Our dearest people in Nineveh province, the victory
bell has rung, and the operations to liberate Mosul ha
Vladimir Putin: Today's Paul Revere
Vladimir Putin: Today’s Paul Revere by Stephen Lendman Paul Revere is
best remembered for alerting colonial America to Britain’s imminent
invasion. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized him in his poem “Paul
Revere’s Ride,” its memorable opening lines, saying: “Listen my children
and you shall hear Of the midnight ride of Paul Revere” How well I
remember them from my early school days, taught a
John Kerry and His UK Counterpart Blame Russia and Syria for US/British High Crimes
John Kerry and His UK Counterpart Blame Russia and Syria for
US/British High Crimes by Stephen Lendman Here are the cold, hard facts
war criminals Kerry and Britain’s Boris Johnson suppress - their
disgraceful Big Lies regurgitated by US-led Western media scoundrels,
despicably concealing vital truths about years of conflict in Syria.
It’s Obama’s war, urged, planned and orchestrated by Hillary C
Kerry Signals New Illegal Sanctions Ahead on Russia and Syria
Kerry Signals New Illegal Sanctions Ahead on Russia and Syria by
Stephen Lendman Sanctions on Russia and Syria were illegally imposed
without Security Council authorization - rogue state actions initiated
by Washington. John Kerry indicated more are coming - achieving nothing
but blackening the names of countries supporting them, along with
inflicting pain and suffering on beleaguered Syrians, vi
Oct 16
WikiLeaks Releases Texts of 3 Hillary Goldman Sachs Speeches
WikiLeaks Releases Texts of 3 Hillary Goldman Sachs Speeches by
Stephen Lendman Earlier WikiLeaks releases showed Hillary’s public and
private positions on major issues greatly diverge. Her highly-paid
private addresses reveal an entirely different agenda on how she’ll
govern than views expressed on the stump, assuring same old dirty
business as usual continuing under her leadership. She lied cla
Putin Blasts US Cyberthreats
Putin Blasts US Cyberthreats by Stephen Lendman Maybe he’ll stop
calling America Russia’s “partner,” knowing relations are increasingly
adversarial and hostile. US bipartisan policymakers bear full
responsibility, despite good faith Moscow efforts for normal relations
and mutual cooperation. Putin commented following Joe Biden’s
unprecedented threat, after NBC News reported “(t)he Obama administr
Failure in Lausanne on Syria
Failure in Lausanne on Syria by Stephen Lendman On October 15, Sergey
Lavrov, John Kerry and their Iranian, Iraqi, Turkish, Jordanian,
Egyptian, Saudi and Qatari counterparts, along with pro-Western UN envoy
for Syria Staffan de Mistura, met in five-star luxury at Lausanne’s
Beau-Rivage Palace hotel. As expected, nothing was accomplished toward
resolving Syria’s made in the USA conflict. It’s har
Neocon Washington Post Endorses War Goddess/She Devil Hillary for President
Neocon Washington Post Endorses War Goddess/She Devil Hillary for
President by Stephen Lendman WaPo editors and commentators endorsed her
all along. Now it’s official - while continuing relentless war on Trump,
matching NYT viciousness, at times exceeding it. Calling him “bigoted,
ignorant, deceitful, narcissistic, vengeful, petty, misogynistic,
fiscally reckless, intellectually lazy, contemptuou
NYT Blasts Moscow and Damascus, Ignores US War Crimes in Syria
NYT Blasts Moscow and Damascus, Ignores US War Crimes in Syria by
Stephen Lendman Commenting on failed Saturday Lausanne talks on Syria,
The Times shamelessly blamed Syrian and Russian forces for heavy
fighting in Aleppo, ignoring their struggle to eliminate US-supported
terrorists, holding tens of thousands of civilians captives as human
shields. A separate article explained Lausanne talks faile
Oct 15
Trump's First 100 Days 8-Point Plan As President
Trump’s First 100 Days 8-Point Plan As President by Stephen Lendman
Trump and Clinton represent dirty business as usual. She’s far more
ruthless and dangerous, world peace threatened under her leadership, an
emotionally unstable war goddess/she devil. Jill Stein is the only
people’s candidate, a true anti-war progressive, supporting democratic
governance of, by and for everyone equitably - entire
Key Northeastern Aleppo Supply Route for US-Supported Terrorists Cut Off
Key Northeastern Aleppo Supply Route for US-Supported Terrorists Cut
Off by Stephen Lendman Syrian and Russian forces are winning the battle
for Aleppo - proceeding cautiously and responsibly to avoid harming
thousands of civilians held hostage by US-supported terrorists.
Otherwise the entire city and surrounding areas would have been
liberated long ago. Steady progress toward this objective is w
Obama Preparing for Hillary to Wage War on Russia?
Obama Preparing for Hillary to Wage War on Russia? by Stephen Lendman
Provocative US actions against Russia seem heading inevitably toward
open conflict, madness if initiated. Anything willful or accidental
could spark devastating war, unlike anything experienced earlier -
today’s super-weapons able to turn cities to smoldering rubble, millions
perishing in the onslaught. Longstanding US plans ca
Pathological Liar Hillary's Convenient Memory Lapses
Pathological Liar Hillary’s Convenient Memory Lapses by Stephen
Lendman On Thursday, Judicial Watch released responses Hillary gave to
25 JW questions - asked under oath about her email practices, submitted
on August 30, her written answers ordered by US District Court Judge
Emmet G. Sullivan. She took great pains to obstruct justice without
crossing the line, lodging numerous objections to quest
NYT Irresponsibly Blasts Putin, Ignores US Imperial Lawlessness
NYT Irresponsibly Blasts Putin, Ignores US Imperial Lawlessness by
Stephen Lendman The Times long ago lost credibility. Today it’s little
more than a mouthpiece for powerful monied interests, Hillary’s
campaign, and Washington’s imperial agenda - featuring endless wars of
aggression in multiple theaters, heading for direct confrontation with
Moscow. It’s new propaganda piece irresponsibly blames
Oct 14
Obama Considering Strikes on Syria's Military
Obama Considering Strikes on Syria’s Military by Stephen Lendman Ahead
of more futile Russia/US talks on Syria in Lausanne, Switzerland this
Saturday, Reuters headlined “Exclusive: Obama, aides expected to weigh
Syria military options on Friday.” Syrian and Russian forces are winning
the crucial battle for Aleppo, key to hoped for liberation nationwide,
restoring peace and stability to the war-to
Assad Discusses War on Syria
Assad Discusses War on Syria by Stephen Lendman Interviewed by
Russia’s Komsomolskaya Pravda newspaper, Assad’s comments were
refreshingly candid and straightforward - polar opposite Obama’s serial
lying, Hillary Clinton doing it pathologically. Below is a snapshot of
his views. “(T)he crux of the problem (in Syria is) terrorism.” Most
important is who supports it. Without foreign help it can’t e
Lavrov Expects New Talks on Syria to Fail
Lavrov Expects New Talks on Syria to Fail by Stephen Lendman With “no
special expectations” regarding Saturday Lausanne, Switzerland talks,
why is Lavrov going in the first place - knowing failure awaits like all
previous times? Saying he wants to see “to what degree” Washington and
other anti-Syrian regimes “are prepared to comply with UN Security
Council resolutions” makes no sense. Russia unde
Dangerous US Mission Creep in Syria
Dangerous US Mission Creep in Syria by Stephen Lendman A same day
article explained Obama, meeting with his national security advisors on
Friday, is weighing escalated options in Syria, including attacks on
government forces, risking direct confrontation with Russia. For the
second time in recent days, areas near Moscow’s Damascus embassy were
shelled with mortar rounds for two hours on Wednesday
Russia Orders Relatives of Officials Abroad to Return Home
Russia Orders Relatives of Officials Abroad to Return Home by Stephen
Lendman According to Britain’s Daily Mail , “Russia is ordering all of
its officials to fly home any relatives living abroad amid heightened
tensions over the prospect of global war.” Putin warned “(p)oliticians
and high-ranking officials…to bring their loved ones home to the
‘Motherland,” the Daily mail citing local media. US/
Russia Orders Relatives of Officials Abroad to Return Home
Trump a Free Press Threat? by Stephen Lendman Media most Americans
rely on for news and information are controlled, not free - propaganda,
not legitimate journalism on major world and national issues, including
deplorable US electoral coverage. Claiming Trump threatens press freedom
flies in the face of reality. Accusations without evidence have no
credibility. In a Thursday statement, the Commit
Trump a Free Press Threat?
Trump a Free Press Threat? by Stephen Lendman Media most Americans
rely on for news and information are controlled, not free - propaganda,
not legitimate journalism on major world and national issues, including
deplorable US electoral coverage. Claiming Trump threatens press freedom
flies in the face of reality. Accusations without evidence have no
credibility. In a Thursday statement, the Commit
Oct 13
Harvard Dining Hall Workers Strike for Fairness
Harvard Dining Hall Workers Strike for Fairness by Stephen Lendman In
my junior and senior years, as a member of Harvard’s class of 1956, I
worked part-time in my Lowell House dining hall - one of various jobs I
had, including summers throughout four years of college, to earn money
for tuition, room, board and other expenses. As a student, I was
non-union, so was unaware of whether issues similar
Trump Targeting Sexual Abuser/Rapist Bill Clinton and Hillary's Coverup
Trump Targeting Sexual Abuser/Rapist Bill Clinton and Hillary’s
Coverup by Stephen Lendman Bill Clinton was a notorious sexual abuser,
the Oval Office private study a near-bordello on his watch. Trump vowed
to hit back hard after release of his 11-year-old lewd talk caught on
tape - private locker-room type boasting lots of men engage in, often
exaggerating. He began by inviting three Bill Clinto
US Escalates War While Talking Peace
US Escalates War While Talking Peace by Stephen Lendman US duplicity
is longstanding. None of its rhetorical promises are credible.
Consistently it says one thing, then does another. Peace and stability
are anathema to its agenda. Endless wars of aggression serve it - waged
to advance its imperium. Yet Russia persists in wasting time and energy,
knowing talks with America are futile, especially o
NYT Double-Barreled Editorial Assault on Trump
NYT Double-Barreled Editorial Assault on Trump by Stephen Lendman
NYT-led scoundrel media viciousness destroyed Trump’s presidential
aspirations - defeated before voting begins next month, Hillary almost
certain to succeed Obama. Power brokers decided things before
campaigning began, media scoundrels serving as press agents for
longstanding dirty business as usual. Daily Trump vilification contin
UK Foreign Minister Urges War, Not Peace, in Syria
UK Foreign Minister Urges War, Not Peace, in Syria by Stephen Lendman
Russophobic Tory Foreign Minister Boris Johnson is part of Britain’s
neocon lunatic fringe, his hawkish extremism evident since PM Teresa May
named him Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs last
July. He lied in parliament, baselessly claiming “(a)ll the available
evidence…points to Russian responsibility for”
Oct 12
More Upcoming Futile Russia/US Talks on Syria
More Upcoming Futile Russia/US Talks on Syria by Stephen Lendman Years
of good faith Russian efforts to resolve conflict in Syria accomplished
nothing because Washington wants war, regime change, and the Syrian
Arab Republic transformed into another US vassal state. No amount of
diplomacy will change things. On Wednesday, Vladimir Putin admitted the
futility of “dialogue” with Washington, calling
Russian Parliamentarians Back Indefinite Military Deployment in Syria
Russian Parliamentarians Back Indefinite Military Deployment in Syria
by Stephen Lendman Russia’s involvement in Syria isn’t short-term. It’s
successfully combating US-supported terrorists, ravaging the country,
massacring civilians, committing other atrocities. Western and regional
rogue states allied with Washington support them. On Monday, Moscow
announced plans to upgrade its Tartus, Syria lo
Why Russia Bashing Is So Intense
Why Russia Bashing Is So Intense by Stephen Lendman Russia and China
are the only nations able to challenge America’s hegemonic agenda
effectively, strategically allied, supporting each other politically,
economically and militarily - a formidable anti-new world order
counterforce. Hostility toward Moscow intensified after Washington
toppled Ukraine’s democratically elected government, replacing
Scoundrel Media Bankruptcy: Glorifying Hillary, Vilifying Trump
Scoundrel Media Bankruptcy: Glorifying Hillary, Vilifying Trump by
Stephen Lendman Lockstep US political reporting is the most vulgar and
disgraceful in modern memory, anywhere in Western societies, revealing
unprecedented moral and ethical media bankruptcy. Praise for a ruthless
woman belonging in prison, not high office, shows how low political
reporting has sunk. Trump bashing showed political
NYT Promotes Phony Claims About Russia Supporting Trump
NYT Promotes Phony Claims About Russia Supporting Trump by Stephen
Lendman Not a shred of evidence suggests Russia in any way tries to
influence electoral politics in America or anywhere else. Yet phony
accusations persist, The New York Times one of the lead culprits - part
of its unrelenting Russia bashing, proliferating misinformation and Big
Lies, suppressing hard truths. Its latest attack pie
Oct 11
The Terrifying Reality of Another Clinton Co-Presidency
The Terrifying Reality of Another Clinton Co-Presidency by Stephen
Lendman Choosing one automatically means getting both, like it or not.
It assures recreating the neoliberal 90s on steroids - combined with
escalated neocon war on humanity at home and abroad. It’s coming,
electoral postmortems alone remaining. Beginning post-November 8, get
used to hearing president-elect Hillary, followed by her
Putin Cancels Paris Trip Over Futility of Talks on Syria
Putin Cancels Paris Trip Over Futility of Talks on Syria by Stephen
Lendman French President Hollande is partnered with Obama’s aggression
on Syria, its former colony, eager to regain control along with America.
Putin’s scheduled October 19 visit was cancelled - not because “certain
events linked to the opening of a Russian cultural center and holding
exhibitions had been cancelled,” as his spoke
Putin Cancels Paris Trip Over Hostility Toward Moscow
Putin Cancels Paris Trip Over Hostility Toward Moscow by Stephen
Lendman French President Hollande is partnered with Obama’s aggression
on Syria, its former colony, eager to regain control along with America.
Putin’s scheduled October 19 visit was cancelled - not because “certain
events linked to the opening of a Russian cultural center and holding
exhibitions had been cancelled,” as his spokesma
Media Scoundrels One-Sidedly for Hillary
Media Scoundrels One-Sidedly for Hillary by Stephen Lendman Comedian
Ernie Kovacs earlier explained why television is called a medium -
because it’s neither rare or well done, he said, long before deplorable
cable TV news. Today his comment applies to all mainstream print and
electronic media, especially their outrageous managed news
misinformation, substituting for responsibly informing readers
Naked Aggressors USA and France Want Freedom Fighting Russia and Syria Investigated for War Crimes
Naked Aggressors USA and France Want Freedom Fighting Russia and Syria
Investigated for War Crimes by Stephen Lendman Let’s see if I’ve got
this straight. In March 2011, Obama launched naked aggression on Syria.
Hillary as secretary of state orchestrated war without mercy -
flagrantly violating international law. Trump nailed her cold Sunday
night, saying she belongs “in jail.” Syrian President B
Does US Plan a Major False Flag Incident in Syria?
Does US Plan a Major False Flag Incident in Syria? by Stephen Lendman
False flags are a longstanding US tradition, dating at least from the
mid-19th century. Notable ones included sinking the USS Maine in Havana
harbor in January 1898. The Spanish-American War followed. Southeast
Asian war was launched after the fake August 1964 Gulf of Tonkin
incident. The 9/11 false flag was the mother of them
Dueling Russia/US Agendas on Syria
Dueling Russia/US Agendas on Syria by Stephen Lendman Conflict in
Syria seems destined to be another US forever war of aggression, an
entire popular held hostage to imperial viciousness - its people
massacred and brutalized, regime change and destroying its sovereignty
what Obama’s war is all about. Cessation of hostilities and conflict
resolution are unattainable because Washington rejects peace
Trump Opposes Attacking Syria by Stephen Lendman Obama, Hillary and
most others in Washington want Syria ravaged and destroyed - part of
America’s imperial project to eliminate all independent governments.
Last spring, Trump said “I would have stayed out of Syria, and I
wouldn’t have fought so much…against Assad…(We have) bigger problems
than Assad…I would go after ISIS…to knock the hell out of t
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