(2021-11-27). State Department says all options on the table: Blinken to assure NATO FMs of U.S.'s "solemn Article 5 commitment" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Prior to assuming her current role as Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Karen Donfried was president of the German Marshall Fund of the U.S., a prominent "Euro-Atlantic," NATO-expansion organization. Prior to that she was Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council during …
(2021-11-27). US Refuses to Engage With Marshall Islands on Damage Caused by Nuclear Weapons Tests. news.antiwar.com The US is refusing to engage with the Marshall Islands on compensation for environmental and health damage caused by the dozens of US nuclear weapons tests carried out in the 1940s and 50s, The Marshall Islands are home to a major US military base and are essentially treated as a US territory under an agreement known as the Compact of Free Association. But the agreement is due to expire soon, and the dispute over the nuclear weapons tes…
(2021-11-27). Omicron: Indian Politicians Urge PM Modi to Ban Flights From Affected Countries Amid COVID Scare. sputniknews.com The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday named the new strain of coronavirus "B.1.1.529", Omicron. The latter has been classified as a "variant of concern", posing a greater risk than the globally dominant Delta variant.
(2021-11-27). United States: John Deere workers win. greenleft.org.au In the United States, John Deere workers began militant strike action in the country's mid-west in October, reports Malik Miah. They stood up against a powerful employer — and, when necessary, their own national union leadership — and won.
(2021-11-27). Sri Lanka: Katukelle Estate workers fight management attacks on wages and conditions. wsws.org Trade union collaboration with employers to impose harsh working conditions and attacks on workers' democratic rights has emboldened tea estate managers.
(2021-11-27). 'Our struggle has proved Modi is not invincible'. peoplesdispatch.org On November 26, farmers celebrated an year of their struggle. The one year anniversary comes a few days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced he will be repealing the three controversial farm laws the farmers have been protesting against.
(2021-11-27). 'Karl Radek on China: Documents from the Former Secret Soviet Archives' — a review. mronline.org 
Sometimes, the greatest theoretical works come to us in the form of lectures rather than systemic books. This is the case with Karl Radek, whose lectures on the Chinese Revolution have recently been published by the Historical Materialism book series.
(2021-11-27). Ernest Mandel — Selected Writings I. mronline.org 
The IIRE has released the first volume of the Selected Writings by Ernest Mandel (1923-1995).
(2021-11-27). The role of Black radicals ‚àí Civil War to the carceral state. workers.org 
The following slightly edited testimony was presented by Dr. Johanna Fernandez, an associate professor of history at Baruch College of the City University of New York. She is also the author of the book, "The Young Lords: a Radical History." Dr. Fernandez spoke at the Oct. 23-25, 2021 "Spirit of . . . |
(2021-11-27). 'Unity, diversity, interculturality' ‚àí a Sandinista's view on autonomy. workers.org 
By Johnny Hodgson The following is part three of a presentation given by Johnny Hodgson, Sandinista National Liberation Front's Political Secretary for the Autonomous Region of the South Caribbean (RACCS) on Oct. 6 in Managua, Nicaragua, to a U.S. delegation comprised of Coleen Littlejohn, Sara Flounders, Monica Moorehead, Joav Elinevsky . . . |
(2021-11-27). News on China | No. 77. dissidentvoice.org In this week's News on China in 2 minutes: economic changes in China; increased share of the wealth pie garnered by the richest 10%; curbing groundwater exploitation; Chinese entertainment achieving international popularity.
(2021-11-27). Wednesday 12/1: San Jose: Defend Roe v. Wade! National day of action. indybay.org San Jose City Hall…
(2021-11-27). Wednesday 12/1: SF: Defend Roe v. Wade! National day of action. indybay.org Powell & Market St.
(2021-11-27). Philippines: Ahead of 2022 national elections, political dynasties seek to consolidate power. greenleft.org.au Three of the country's most powerful political dynasties — the Marcoses, Arroyos and Dutertes — have entered into an unholy alliance with the hope of consolidating power in 2022 and beyond, writes Sonny Melencio.
(2021-11-27). Russia Hopes AUKUS Will Abandon Nuclear Submarine Project, Envoy in Vienna Says. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Moscow expects that Australia, the UK and the US will abandon plans to implement the project on nuclear submarines as part of the AUKUS partnership, Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna, said Saturday.
(2021-11-27). [Comment] Offline: The real meaning of decolonisation. thelancet.com The most dangerous threat to health and health equity today is anti-globalism—a denial of evidence pointing to the intrinsic interdependence of human beings; a refusal to accept the transnational nature of risks to our wellbeing; and an antipathy to institutions and individuals promoting cosmopolitan values. Anti-globalism lies behind the failure of governments to accelerate actions to address the climate crisis, is responsible for the failure of nations to coordinate their responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, and underlies the savage xenophobia directed towards those fleeing conflict and repression.
(2021-11-27). [Correspondence] COVID-19 and myocardial infarction — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Daniel Caldeira and Fausto Pinto for their comments regarding our study1 focusing on COVID-19 and myocardial infarction. We did acknowledge the difficulties in distinguishing between different types of myocardial injuries in the discussion. The International Classification of Diseases versions 9 and 10 unfortunately do not distinguish between ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), which is a limitation of our study.
(2021-11-27). Cuba: Five Years After Fidel. zcomm.org In five years, particularly in the last two years, incendiary slang has been unleashed on social media and international media networks, whose target is not only the Cuban government. They want to erase any trace of Fidel Castro…
(2021-11-27). [Editorial] Tobacco control: far from the finish line. thelancet.com Tobacco control is working—slowly. The number of people smoking worldwide has declined and tobacco-attributable deaths are falling. This progress is evident in WHO's fourth report on international tobacco trends, released on Nov 16, which estimates 1 ∑30 billion tobacco users globally in 2020, compared with 1 ∑32 billion in 2015. 60 countries are now on track—versus 32 countries 2 years ago—to achieve the voluntary global target of a 30% reduction in tobacco use between 2010 and 2025. Such progress is welcome.
(2021-11-26). Not 'Nu': WHO officially names new Covid 'variant of concern' Omicron. rt.com 
The World Health Organization (WHO) has named the new Covid-19 variant first detected in southern Africa "Omicron", the UN health agency said after a meeting on Friday. | The global health agency met on Friday to name the B.1.1.529 strain and decided to classify it as a "variant of concern," rather than the less serious designation "variant of interest." | Following the meeting of the We call for increased surveillance and genetic testing & thank üá&…
(2021-11-26). The ABCs of Covid: What you need to know about each 'strain of concern'. rt.com 
Scientists warn that a new coronavirus variant, dubbed Omicron, has the makings of a "super-contagious" virus. Here's a quick look at how we got here, and how the new variant name came about. | Previous viral outbreaks in history ended up being called after the country where they were first detected — for example, the "Spanish flu" that decimated the world in the aftermath of the First World War, a century ago. From the very beginning of the current pandemic, however, the World Health Organization (WHO) has been cautious to avoid such labeling. The virus itself was designated SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Resp…
(2021-11-26). Only matter of time before 'worst-ever' Covid strain hits UK — genomics chief. rt.com 
The UK's Covid genomics chief, Professor Sharon Peacock, has warned that it's only a matter of time before the newly mutated "worst-ever" strain reaches the country, but that officials can buy some time to prepare. | Speaking to reporters on Friday, Peacock highlighted how the 'Omicron' variant is "likely to be transmitted into the UK at some point" due to the virulent nature of the strain. | "I think buying time is important and it's worthwhile, because we can find out what we need to know about that particular variant," Peacock said, urging officials to brace for its arrival on British shores. | Read more…
(2021-11-26). Live updates: New COVID-19 variant detected in South Africa and internationally. wsws.org Scientists have detected a new variant of COVID-19, called B.1.1.529 (or Nu), which appears to have originated in South Africa but has already been detected in several other countries.
(2021-11-26). Washington Unleashes Biological Warfare in Syria. journal-neo.org 
The US crimes in Syria have already been repeatedly reported by the Western media, the Syrian Arab News Agency SANA, as well as various international organizations. The airstrikes on Syrian cities, which were carried out by the US and the coalition led by them in violation of international law and had disastrous consequences for civilians, …
(2021-11-26). Healing In A Time Of Truth And Justice. popularresistance.org National awareness about the role of the federal government and Christian churches in the U.S. Indian boarding school policy is growing rapidly. Ignited by the discoveries of children's graves at Canada's Indian residential schools, the U.S. is poised to face its own reckoning for a similar history. The Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition seized on the growing awareness during its Healing in a Time of Truth and Justice Summit, held virtually on Nov. 19-20.
(2021-11-26). Salute To India's Farmers! A Big Win For Peoples' Power! popularresistance.org In a big win for India's protesting farmers, who were leading a historic agitation for nearly a year, the Government of India — on the 19th of November — announced the repeal of three controversial farm laws that threatened to corporatize the country's agricultural sector. It is an inspirational account of what peoples' power can achieve even in the most adverse conditions. | The Indian farmers' protest, one of the largest mobilizations in recent history, completes a year on 26th November 2021. In the course of this historic protest, peasants and workers have braved harsh winters, heavy rains, brutal…
(2021-11-26). This Victory Gives Confidence for Future Struggles. popularresistance.org On 19 November 2021, a week before the first anniversary of the farmers' revolt, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi surrendered. He accepted that the three laws on agricultural markets that had been pushed through the parliament in 2020 would be repealed. The farmers of India had won. The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), one of the organisers of the protest movement, celebrated the triumph and declared that 'this victory gives more confidence for future struggles'. Many pressing struggles remain, including the fight for a law to guarantee a minimum support price that is one and a half times the cost of production…
(2021-11-26). People's Action and Our City Action Buffalo Statement on Buffalo Mayoral Race. peoplesaction.org Contact: Johanna Kichton, press@peoplesaction.org, 202.660.0605 WASHINGTON, D.C.—People's Action and its member organization, Our City Action Buffalo, today released the following statement by Movement Politics Director Brooke Adams and Our City Action Buffalo President Maria Ta after the results were finalized for the mayoral race in Buffalo, New York: "India Walton's campaign changed the game for …
(2021-11-26). The Indian Farmers Defend the Rights of Farmers Everywhere. zcomm.org The farmers in India continue to fight in a struggle they share with farmers everywhere throughout the world…
(2021-11-26). Tens of thousands of transport workers enter fourth week of indefinite strike in India. wsws.org The strike by the Maharashtra state bus transport workers is being mounted by rank-and-file workers in opposition to the wishes of the bureaucratic leadership of more than two dozen trade unions and in defiance of a Bombay High Court ruling banning the strike.
(2021-11-26). Tamil refugee finally released into community detention after being locked up for 12 years. greenleft.org.au Chloe DS reports that Sivaguru "Rajan" Navanitharasa, who endured one of the longest periods inside Australia's detention centres, was finally released into community detention on November 25.
(2021-11-26). Putin reveals steps to fix Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict. rt.com 
Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to properly demarcate their border, Russia's President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, following Sochi talks with the leaders of each nation, aimed at bringing the decades-long conflict to an end. | Read more | | Armenia's PM Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev were hosted by Putin in the southern Russian resort city of Sochi on Friday. Ahead of the trilateral talks, Putin held separate talks with Aliev, and later spoke tete-a-tete with Pashi…
(2021-11-26). New Covid-19 pill less effective than first thought. rt.com 
American drugmaker Merck has stated that the latest data on its Covid-19 treatment showed the pill to be less effective than initially reported, just days before a panel meeting where US regulators will review the new drug. | Merck announced on Friday that new data showed a lower efficacy of its Covid-19 pill, which aims to reduce virus-related hospitalizations and deaths, than previously reported. Last month, the pharma firm said the antiviral drug, molnupiravir, showed around a 50% efficacy level, while Friday's figures showed that figure was 30%. | The company's update came as the US Food and Drug Administr…
(2021-11-26). Give Covid-recovered same rights as vaccinated — Sputnik V distributor. rt.com 
People who have high levels of antibodies after recovering from Covid should have the same rights as those fully vaccinated, and the same indicator should apply to vaccines, the head of the fund backing Russia's Sputnik V told RT. | "The world needs to come to an understanding that it's not about vaccine brands — it's about the level of antibodies" a person has, Kirill Dmitriev, the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), which bankrolled the development of Sputnik V vaccine and now oversees its distribution, told RT on Friday. | The international restrictions, based on the approval of specific…
(2021-11-26). Students killed in Kosovo bus shooting. rt.com 
Three people, including at least one teenage student, were killed in the breakaway Serbian province of Kosovo when one or several gunmen opened fire on a bus. | A bus driver and two passengers were killed on Friday when unknown assailants attacked the bus they were traveling on in the ethnic Albanian-majority village of Glodjane in the municipality of Decani, local news site Koha reported. | Besnik Ibraj, Chief of Emergency in the nearby city of Pec, confirmed three deaths, while Koha put the death toll at four, two of whom it reported were teenage students. Former prime minister Ramush Haradinaj said that tw…
(2021-11-26). Why I'm Not Rushing to Get My Six-Year-Old the COVID-19 VaccineÔøºÔøº. scheerpost.com 
[ By Len C. Goodman / As a father of a young child, I am pressured to get my daughter vaccinated for COVID-19. And like many Americans, I have concerns about giving my six-year-old a new vaccine that was not tested on humans until last year, and that has been approved only for "emergency use" in kids. The feverish hype by government officials, mainstream media outlets, and Big Pharma, and the systematic demonization and ce…
(2021-11-26). Bolivian Government Projects 5.1% Economic Growth for 2022. telesurenglish.net The government of Bolivian President Luis Arce presented on Thursday its general budget for 2022, whose goals contemplate a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth of 5.1 percent. | At a press conference, the Minister of Economy and Public Finance, Marcelo Montenegro, indicated that the General State Budget (PGE) 2022, also provides for an increase in public investment by 25 percent for next year. | RELATED: | The Bolivian official indicat…
(2021-11-26). Off to the Solomon Islands: Australia's Civilizers Get Busy. dissidentvoice.org A small riot. Unrest. Risk of collapse. All given a ballooning effect and inflated for policy makers across the ocean. Before much time elapses, Australian security forces are skirting off to restore order in their vast watery neighbourhood. It is a reminder that such relations in the Pacific region are a mixture of intervention, forcible …
(2021-11-26). Off to the Solomon Islands: Australia's civilisers get busy. greenleft.org.au Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has wasted no time in deploying defence and federal police personnel to the Solomon Islands. Binoy Kampmark looks at the motivations behind the move.
(2021-11-26). Solomon Islands coup attempt triggered by US-backed, anti-China forces. wsws.org The Australian government has immediately seized on the unrest, dispatching 23 members of the heavily armed and riot-trained "Specialist Response Group" of the Australian Federal Police, as well as 93 members of the military.
(2021-11-26). Anti-Chavista Stalin González Trusts CNE to Organize Opposition Primaries. orinocotribune.com The leader of the Un Nuevo Tiempo party, Stalin González, supported the proposal of another opposition politician, Marí Corina Machado, to hold primaries in their political sector, and he suggested that it be done through the National Electoral Council (CNE), as it gives everyone more confidence. | During an interview, Stalin González stated that he agrees with María Corina Machado's proposal to carry out primaries to choose a new opposition leadership through popular elections; but he suggested that a mechanism to do so should be studied, for which he mentioned that working with the CNE would make it much easier…
(2021-11-26). Diosdado Cabello Issues Warning to EU and Elected Opposition Mayors. orinocotribune.com 
When evaluating the report on Venezuela's mega-elections presented by the Election Observation Commission of the European Union, Venezuelan deputy Diosdado Cabello noted that the opinion of Isabel Santos contrasts with that of all the other international organizations that served as observers in Venezuela's latest elections. | Cabello, the first vice president of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), made the comments during his television program Con El Mazo Dando, where he also warned opposition leaders who were elected as governors and mayors, that they must abide by the law. | "Guess which was the o…
(2021-11-26). Washington Authorizes Chevron to Stay in Venezuela but Forces Competition Out. orinocotribune.com The United States Department of the Treasury extended the authorization period for Chevron to remain in Venezuela until June 1, 2022. The North American country authorized its own oil company Chevron, and the oil services companies Halliburton, Schlumberger Limited, Baker Hughes Holdings LLC, and Weatherford International Public Limited Company, to maintain their presence in Venezuela. However, when the illegal economic coercive measures were first issued, it forced European and Asian oil companies out of Venezuela. | "All transactions and activities prohibited by Executive Order 13850… that are normally necess…
(2021-11-26). Venezuelan Indigenous Citizens To Elect 69 Councilors On Friday. telesurenglish.net On Friday, as part of the subnational electoral process, 4,334 Indigenous representatives will go to the polls to elect 69 councilors and 8 legislators for the states of Amazonas, Anzoategui, Apure, Bolivar, Delta Amacuro, Monagas, Sucre and Zulia. | RELATED: | "These elections reaffirm the active participation of Indigenous citizens in our country's political, economic, and social processes. The Venezuelan people ru…
(2021-11-26). Turkish women demanding end to violence attacked by security forces. peoplesdispatch.org 
The march was taken out to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and demand that the Erdogan government rejoin the Istanbul convention from which it withdrew in July…
(2021-11-26). Sri Lankan union leader joins right-wing campaign against vaccinations. wsws.org Mandatory vaccinations are not an attack on democratic rights, as claimed by CMU leader Sylvester Jayakody, but a necessary tool in a range of scientific measures that must be fought for by the international working class to eliminate COVID-19.
(2021-11-26). Invisible Dictatorship: One Dimensional Man vs the Emerging Multidimensional Individual. libya360.wordpress.com Germán Gorraiz López Part I: The Bourgeois Society Hermann Hesse in his book "Steppenwolf" (Der Steppenwolf, 1927), captures the feeling of anguish, despair and bewilderment that gripped European society in the interwar period and is a lucid analysis of the madness of an era in which the old is dying without the new having been…
(2021-11-26). Hundreds more lives threatened on "disintegrating" boat in Mediterranean as London and Paris cross swords over Channel migrant deaths. wsws.org Indifferent to 430 lives in immediate danger in the Mediterranean, the deaths of 27 people in the English Channel Wednesday has been the occasion for a tirade of accusations and nationalist outbursts in Britain and France.
(2021-11-26). The Right Is Hijacking Progressive Arguments to Undermine Public Health. truthout.org 
As COVID-19 has ravaged the U.S., many progressive health care activists and organizations such as National Nurses United