Anti-War Coalition Holds Online Rally for Peace in Ukraine

"We must come together across borders to demand the withdrawal of Russian troops and immediate talks to find a diplomatic solution," says Medea Benjamin, co-founder of CodePink. Join here: http://codepink.org/ukraine_022622

Opinion | Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Marks a Deep Turning Point in the World Order

The popular movement for peace needs to be rekindled, to reassert itself. Peoples everywhere need to assert their right to participate in the creation of the new world order, based in peace, cooperation, and collaboration rather than competition,...

Critics Blast Biden Rebrand of Trump's Medicare Privatization Scheme

The program constitutes a "backdoor privatization of Medicare," said one progressive advocate.

'A Perilous Moment': Groups Warn Putin Invasion Escalates Risk of Nuclear War

"If a nuclear war breaks out," warned one campaigner, "many weapons would be used over several cities, causing tens of millions of instant deaths."

Opinion | For the Supreme Court, Racial and Gender Diversity Matters, But So Does Judicial Philosophy

Democrats need to go beyond supporting racial and gender diversity in the Courts. They need to imitate the Federalist Society and undertake the task of developing and articulating better theories of Constitutional interpretation, train and promote...

Brazil's Bolsonaro 'Disauthorizes' VP for Criticizing Russian Invasion

The far-speak leader said only he can speak on the matter.

Progressives Applaud Biden Supreme Court Nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

"Not only will Jackson make history as the first Black woman to serve on the court, her nomination will be a breakthrough moment in the effort to bring professional diversity to all levels of the judiciary."

Advocates Warn Jackson Alone Will Not Halt Court's Threat to Planet

"We must expand the court if we're going to protect climate justice, reproductive justice, and ensure the government is working for us."

Opinion | The Russia-Ukraine Crisis Shows the Need for Real Solutions to Climate Change

"It's possible that Russia's invasion of its neighbor would never have happened if Europe had been serious about alternatives to fossil fuels."

Opinion | Don't Let War Hawks Use Russian Invasion to Increase Pentagon Budget

"The greatest risks to human lives and livelihoods are not military in nature, yet the military continues to consume roughly half of the funds appropriated by Congress each year."

Opinion | What Does Russia Have in Mind Next for Ukraine?

"Above all, Western sanctions should be intended to help the Ukrainian people."

Russia Condemned for Alleged Use of Cluster Bombs in Ukraine

There must be "an immediate halt to use of the internationally banned weapon," said the International Campaign to Ban Landmines and Cluster Munition Coalition.

Opinion | After Horrific Invasion, 'Diplomacy Not War' Must Be More Than a Slogan

"There's no 'national interest' worth risking nuclear conflict. But real diplomacy—and Russia’s own antiwar movement—could make all of Europe more secure."

Ukraine Officials Warn Chernobyl Radiation Levels 'Exceeded'

Experts attribute the increased radiation levels to the Russian military's current assault on Ukraine.

US Bombed Somalia Amid Russian Invasion of Ukraine

"You do not, in fact, have to choose between American and Russian imperialisms," wrote one anti-war reporter. "The correct choice is to detest and resist both."

US Announces Direct Sanctions on Russia's Putin, Lavrov

The Biden administration announced that it will sanction the Russian president and foreign minister as well as top members of the country's national security team.

Amnesty Says Russia's 'Indiscriminate Attacks' in Ukraine May Be War Crimes

"The Russian military has shown a blatant disregard for civilian lives" in Ukraine, says Amnesty International's Agnes Callamard, adding that "some of these attacks may be war crimes."

In Historic First, NATO Activates Military 'Response Force'

The move came as both Kyiv and Moscow voiced openness to diplomatic talks even as the Russian assault on Ukraine continued.

Opinion | Oil and Gas Industry Doesn't Care About Its Workers

"It has fueled a rapidly accelerating crisis that puts the health and survival of humans and many other living beings at risk—all for the sake of enormous profits."

Russian Troops Close In on Kyiv as Zelensky Warns of Assassination

"Ukraine has always left and leaves room for negotiations. Including now—even after Russia launched a full-scale invasion. This war must be stopped," said an adviser to Ukraine's president.