(2019-10-23). Where were you on May Day? A communist schoolboy's memoir. peoplesworld.org 
This is the third of a number of excerpted stories from a memoir "Where Were You on May Day? Transitions in Red, 1930s-1960s." The school's principal in the middle to late 1930s was Dr. Raymond Pizor. I had no idea at the time why teachers called him "Doctor," but I understood that his title was …
(2019-10-23). Students rally against detention of classmate by ICE. peoplesworld.org 
NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Students at Wilbur Cross High School got a civics lesson that may be more valuable than a year in the classroom. Dozens of students, along with their teachers and staff rallied on October 18 in support of classmate Mario Aguilar Castañon, who is being held by ICE without bond pending deportation. …
(2019-10-23). History falsified as Europe says Nazis and communists are the same. peoplesworld.org 
When I wrote my book, Freedom From Tyranny, the "Prague Declaration on European Conscience and Communism"—which in terms of falsifying history ranks up there with the Protocols of the Elders of Zion—was still taking shape. The Prague Declaration was initiated by former Czech president Vaclav Havel in 2008 but has changed its title a bewildering …
(2019-10-23). Congress Holds Hearing on Big Oil's War on Climate Science. therealnews.com 
The House Oversight Committee heard testimony about the fossil fuel industry's multimillion dollar campaign to suppress knowledge of their contributions to the climate crisis.
(2019-10-23). India is Confused: where does it go from here? dissidentvoice.org 
At J. Nehru University, most students know about China and Russia only from the BBC, Reuters and other Western media outlets. Even those individuals who claim they belong to the left are not immune; influenced mainly by the British propaganda. ***** It has been like this for years: usual confusion, all around India: tough nationalistic, …
(2019-10-23). Assange in Court. globalresearch.ca I was deeply shaken while witnessing yesterday's events in Westminster Magistrates Court. Every decision was railroaded through over the scarcely heard arguments and objections of Assange's legal team, by a magistrate who barely pretended to be listening. | Before I get …
(2019-10-23). That We Live Under a Dictatorship Is Now Unquestionable: The Assange Case. globalresearch.ca What else can we call it when a publisher does what the New York Times did when it published the Pentagon Papers and was ruled by the Supreme Court in 1971 (New York Times Co. v. United States) to have …
(2019-10-23). Goodbye DARE — More Schools Are Embracing Realistic Drug Education. truthout.org Like millions of people in the United States, I participated in Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), the iconic drug education program rooted in the abstinence-only, "just say no" message of the Reagan administration. DARE was run by police officers who made frequent visits to our fifth-grade classroom. It was the mid-90s, and the cops informed us that using drugs would surely ruin our minds, turning us into glassy-eyed zombies, turning us hopelessly addicted and leading us straight to jail. Marijuana…
(2019-10-23). The Chicago Teachers Strike: "Until We Get What Our Students Deserve" counterpunch.org After Mayor Lori Lightfoot rejected the demands of the Chicago Teachers Union, 25,000 teachers and 7,000 support staff launched a strike on Thursday, October 17, shutting down the schools for some 300,000 students. Also on the picket line were members of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 73, representing Special Education Classroom Assistants. On More
(2019-10-23). Hashtag Politics: "Brand Trudeau" Wins a Second Term. globalresearch.ca "Brand Trudeau is: 'Welcome to the new politics, just like the old politics.'" — Shachi Kurl, Angus Reid Institute, The Guardian, Aug 22, 2019 | Few politicians come across more as products of hashtag committee management than Justin Trudeau. …
(2019-10-23). China's Hidden Economic Time Bomb. globalresearch.ca The China government statistical agency just released economic data showing the poorest GDP growth in almost 30 years for China. The problem goes far deeper than recent effects of the US-China trade war or the impact of calamities such as …
(2019-10-23). Video: Erdogan, Putin Reach 'Historical Deal' on Northern Syria. globalresearch.ca On October 22, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin reached an agreement to settle the situation in northeastern Syria. | According to the agreement, Turkey's Operation 'Peace Spring' will continue in a limited area between Tell Abyad …
(2019-10-23). Pesticides Trigger Cancer? globalresearch.ca A new review of carcinogenicity assessments of pesticide active ingredients shows 40 percent were not carried out in compliance with existing European guidelines, leading to possible continued exposure of farmers and consumers to cancer-causing pesticides.[1] In 30 percent of the …
(2019-10-23). As Trump Aids and Abets Turkey's War Crimes, the UN Must Act. globalresearch.ca Nearly two weeks have passed since Turkey launched its ground and air attack on Rojava, the autonomous region of northeast Syria, following Trump's sudden removal of 1,000 U.S. troops from the area. | While the United States and Turkey reached a …
(2019-10-23). Trump Says US War With Iran May Be Soon, Putin/Erdogan Syria Deal & Iraq Says No US Troops Allowed. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (10/22/19). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth …
(2019-10-23). Russian/Turkish Agreement on Northern Syria. globalresearch.ca When deals are struck, the devil is in the details, along with implementation of what was agreed on by all parties involved. | The historical record is clear. The US, West and Israel can never be trusted. The Russian Federation operates …
(2019-10-23). Hillary, "Russian Assets" and Realignment. The Dems Morph into Neocons. globalresearch.ca As you may have figured out by now, Hillary Clinton, warped by her own self aggrandizement of entitlement, did Tulsi Gabbard and her Presidential campaign against interventionist wars a huge incidental favor. | While the Democrats continue to splinter and …
(2019-10-23). Google claims quantum computing breakthrough. thecanary.co Google says it has achieved a breakthrough in quantum computing research. | The technology giant said an experimental quantum processor has completed a calculation in just a few minutes that would take a traditional supercomputer thousands of years. | The findings, published in the scientific journal Nature, show that "quantum speed-up is achievable in a real-world system and is not precluded by any hidden physical laws", the researchers wrote. | Quantum computing is a nascent and somewhat bewildering technology for vastly sped-up information processing. | Quantum computers might one day revolutionise tasks that…
(2019-10-23). Russia and Clinton's Election Plan B. globalresearch.ca America is an insular nation, exceptional only in its willful ignorance of the rest of the world. Many Americans, undoubtedly a majority, know very little about what is really going on in the world. | Millions of Americans are unable to …
(2019-10-23). The Russian-Turkish Deal on Syria: Who Won and Who Lost? globalresearch.ca Presidents Putin and Erdogan reached a deal on Syria that represents a decisive victory for Turkey while being a drastic climbdown for Damascus after President Assad vowed earlier that day that the Syrian Arab Army was "prepared to support any …
(2019-10-23). Better Relations Between the US and Russia Are Not in the Cards. globalresearch.ca By now Russians must wonder if the better relations they desire with the US are ever to be. US Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, Democrat from Hawaii is the latest peacemaker to be declared "a Russian asset" by Hillary, the DNC, …
(2019-10-23). Bolivia's Presidential Election: Violence and Terror All Over the Country. globalresearch.ca People attacked and bleeding, public institutions burning. A government official hanging on the window not to die burned fell from the third floor of the Electoral Court. Carlos Mesa, President Evo Morales opponent, has been inciting violence. Shocking images …
(2019-10-23). Apologists of Global Capitalism: Multi-National Corporations Are Functioning as "Amoeba" in Pursuit of Profit. globalresearch.ca One of the arrows in the quiver of the attack on humanity from globalisation is a new field of study — the biology of corporations. Corporate apologists claim that the overwhelming majority of multi-national companies are amoral organizations in pursuit …
(2019-10-23). Where Are the Influentials Who Find Trump Despicable? globalresearch.ca The British political philosopher, John Stuart Mill, was a man of many pithy phrases. Possibly his most widely quoted assertion is that "Bad men need nothing more to compass their ends, than that good men should look on and …
(2019-10-23). The Kurds: Washington's Weapon of Mass Destabilization in the Middle East. globalresearch.ca Timely article by Sarah Abed on the Kurdistan-Israeli relationship first posted on Global Research on July 14, 2017 | In this three part series, MintPress and Global Research contributor Sarah Abed analyzes the role that some Kurdish factions have played throughout …
(2019-10-23). The EU Is Rewriting World War II History to Demonize Russia. globalresearch.ca Last month, on the 80th anniversary of the start of World War II, the European Parliament voted on a resolution entitled "On the Importance of European Remembrance for the Future of Europe." The adopted document: | "…Stresses that the Second World …
(2019-10-23). China's Move towards Digital Cryptocurrency. globalresearch.ca The participants of last week's "Block Chain Life" forum held in Moscow concluded that digital cryptocurrency and blockchain technology is an inevitable reality of the future that must be developed and harnessed. The event held on October 16-17 had over …
(2019-10-23). Western Insanity and 5G Electromagnetic Radiation. globalresearch.ca Modern science blindly continues to prop up a Newtonian model of a material universe and demeans the efforts of open-minded scientists who are providing ever more data to support Nikola Tesla's assertion that the universe can be understood only in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.
(2019-10-23). "Erdogan Stole Syrian Factories, Oil and Wheat and Today He Is Stealing Syrian Land". President Al-Assad. globalresearch.ca President Bashar Al-Assad has stressed that the President of the Turkish regime Recep Tayyib Erdogan is a thief who stole the Syrian factories, wheat and oil and today he is stealing Syrian land. | President Al-Assad made the remarks during his …
(2019-10-23). Video: US Troops Remain in Syria to Protect Oil Fields from 'Terrorists'? globalresearch.ca The US is planning to keep control of oil fields on the eastern bank of the Euphrates despite the ongoing troops withdrawal. On October 21, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper told reporters that Washington wants to be sure that ensure …
(2019-10-23). How Kurdish Independence Underpins Israel's Plan to Reshape the Middle East. globalresearch.ca This October 2017 article by award winning author Jonathan Cook focusses on the unspoken Israel-Kurdistan relationship. | "There has been co-operation, much of it secret, between Israel and the Kurds for decades. Israeli media lapped up tributes from now-retired generals who …
(2019-10-23). Open Letter to Vice-Mayor Justin Cummings. indybay.org Vice-Mayor Justin Cumming hasn't responded to repeated requests for a meeting with HUFF (Homeless United for Friendship & Freedom) and Conscience and Action, so I sent him this open letter. The issue of bathroom closure may come up quite strongly during Oral Communications with a proposed Pee Presentation at 7 PM Tuesday night 10-22.
(2019-10-23). ExxonMobil Is Still Bankrolling Climate Science Deniers. commondreams.org Climate activists demonstrate in Washington, D.C. in 2015. One displays a sign admonishing ExxonMobil for its complicity in furthering the climate apocalypse. (Photo: Johnny Silvercloud) | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files… …
(2019-10-23). Concord Fair Contract Rally! Support Mt. Diablo Teachers & Students. indybay.org MDUSD Offices | 1936 Carlotta Drive in Concord, 94519.
(2019-10-23). CSUSF Students Demand Removal Of CSU Pres White At Commemoration of SF State Strike. indybay.org Students at San Francisco State University at an event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the San Francisco State strike demanded the removal of CSU president Timothy White…
(2019-10-23). Teachers' union calls on Elizabeth Warren in bid to strangle strike against Chicago's Democratic machine. wsws.org At Tuesday's rally, AFT President Weingarten began by holding up the sellout of this year's Los Angeles teachers' strike as a victory and model for the Chicago teachers.
(2019-10-23). Striking Chicago educators speak on their demands. wsws.org Keyatta, a teacher's assistant at Laura Ward Elementary said, "We need more support! Smaller class sizes, more nurses, more support staff, so no one person is trying to teach 35 kids, all at different learning levels."
(2019-10-23). Green Party Supports Chicago Teachers Strike. commondreams.org ______________________________…
(2019-10-23). UK Parliament Advances Johnson's No-Brexit/Brexit Deal, Rejects His Timetable. globalresearch.ca On Tuesday, Johnson won one Brexit vote, lost another, Britain's status of leaving the EU uncertain. | By a 329 — 299 majority, MPs approved legislation, supporting Brexit in principle, short of final approval. | Its status is "paused (in) limbo" because …
(2019-10-23). For Expedient Execution of Brexit Embattled British PM Has One Last Independent Legal Move Left. globalresearch.ca Earlier we have suggested that Boris Johnson could easily quench the chaotic mess in British Parliament where for three years now we observe politicking and positioning for career advancement, and no consideration whatsoever about assisting the Government in its job: …
(2019-10-23). Headlines for October 23, 2019. democracynow.org Taylor Testifies Trump Tied Ukraine Aid to Investigation of Hunter Biden, Trump Tweets Impeachment is a "Lynching," Sparking Widespread Condemnation, Turkey and Russia Reach Agreement on Northern Syria, Protests Erupt in Bolivia Over Allegations of Election Rigging, Chilean President Announces Reforms Aimed to Curb Massive Protests, Boris Johnson Loses Critical Brexit Vote, Canada's New Anti-Immigrant Party Is Crushed in National Elections, UAW Member Dies After Being Struck by Car Near Picket Line, Chicago Teachers Head into Second Week of Strike, New York's Probe of Facebook Backed by 46 Attorneys General, Mexi…
(2019-10-23). Selected Articles: Russia-Turkey Deal on Syria. globalresearch.ca Our objective at Global Research is to recruit one thousand committed "volunteers" among our more than 50,000 Newsletter subscribers to support the distribution of Global Research articles (email lists, social media, crossposts). | Do not send us money. Under Plan A…
(2019-10-22). On the picket line with Indiana GM workers. liberationnews.org 
Through education, understanding, and action, workers can fight together for a better world.
(2019-10-22). Seeking to Deport Haitians, the Trump Administration Is Counting Deaths in Displacement Camps as "Progress" theintercept.com 
The government's case for ending Haitians' Temporary Protected Status relies on statistics that erase evidence of persistent suffering and even death.
(2019-10-22). Budget blow to Chancellor after first September borrowing hike for five years. thecanary.co 
Chancellor Sajid Javid has been dealt a pre-Budget blow as official figures showed the first September hike in government borrowing for five years.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said public sector net borrowing, excluding state-owned banks, rose by £60 million to £9.4 billion year-on-year in September.This marks the first September annual rise in borrowing for five years.Chancellor Sajid Javid is set to deliver the next Budget on November 6 (David Mirzoeff/PA)The borrowing hike comes despite the government receiving a £1.1 billion dividend boost last month from part-nationalised lender…
(2019-10-22). Students ARRESTED after racial slur dare game is recorded & posted on Twitter. rt.com 
Two University of Connecticut students have been arrested after they were filmed trading racial slurs back and forth in what appeared to be a vulgar word game. The video was posted online and sparked protests on campus. | Jarred Karal and Ryan Mucaj, both 21, were arrested and charged with "ridicule on account of creed, religion, color, denomination, nationality, or race," UConn spokeswoman Stephanie Reitz announced on Monday as students and staff alike demanded "accountability." | The two white students had played a game where they uttered vulgar words at increasing volume as they walked through the campus pa…
(2019-10-22). Take Action Now: Join the Fight for Public Education. thenation.com Take Action Now: Join the Fight for Public Education…
(2019-10-22). US Stays In Syria, Kurds Call On Israel To Attack Turkey & US Says Israel Has 'Right' To Attack Iran. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (10/21/19). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth …
(2019-10-22). The Charter-to-Prison Pipeline. progressive.org The charter system that often paints itself as a better option for black parents does not acknowledge the harm rigid disciplinary policies can impose on black students.
(2019-10-22). Chicago teachers strike continues. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – The joint strike by the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and SEIU Local 73 continued October 18 and through the weekend as the office of Mayor Lori Lightfoot continued to refuse to meet the strikers' demands. | The teachers and school workers are on strike for "the schools our students deserve": smaller class sizes, genuine sanctuary schools, and a nurse and librarian in every school. Among their demands are political demands, or what the CTU calls "bargaining for the common good." These include the demand for affordable housing for working-class Chicagoans, something that the mayor refuses to put…