Manufactured Iranian Threat in the Persian Gulf
The U.S. military is sending an aircraft carrier into the Persian Gulf, claiming there is an unspecified threat from Iran, but this has no basis other than Bolton’s desire for…
One Million Species Face Extinction, UN Report Finds
Industrial agriculture and the climate crisis are responsible for this ecological collapse, but it’s not too late for transformative change, says Scott Edwards of Food and Water Watch Subscribe to…
Does Bernie Sanders Really Have A Black Voter Problem?
Last week the Bernieverse was abuzz with the news that Black voters bashed Bernie once again. But are people really getting the full context of what happened, and are Black…
Candidates in India’s Election Court Distressed Farmers
Reeling from falling crop prices, rising production costs and mounting debt, impoverished farmers have been marching on Indian cities in recent years, demanding help. Although the time has come for…
Pentagon Report on China’s Military Expansion Hypocrisy: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson
Col. Lawrence Wilkerson discusses the hypocrisy in the Pentagon’s document which warns against Chinese espionage and the development of overseas strike ability, which the U.S has been doing for decades.…
Trump and Mnuchin Break the Law By Refusing to Release President’s Tax Records
White collar criminologist Bill Black explains how the administration’s stance on Trump’’ taxes is illegal and what the possible consequences could be—or should be Subscribe to our page and support…
Russia-China Alignment Challenges U.S. Hegemony
Trump’s China tariffs and aggressive military build up is pushing Russia and China to seek a closer relationship which serves China’s growing global influence – Prof. Richard Sakwa joins Sharmini…
Fear Mongering and Capitalism: A Recipe for Fascism? (1/2)
The effort to sell security to the people of the US is based on stoking irrational fears, something Trump has taken to new extremes, but which Democrats are guilty of…
Fear Mongering and Capitalism: A Recipe for Fascism? (2/2)
Progressives have been notoriously bad a countering the right-wing fear/security narrative, says Charles Derber. The trick is to address the real dangers, of climate change, economic insecurity, and war Subscribe…
The DCCC’s Anti-Progressive Policy Might Be Backfiring (2/2)
In March, the DCCC announced its policy against progressive challengers of incumbent Dems. But the policy has been met with widespread scorn, and may be starting to backfire. Ryan Grim,…
Why I’m Pro-Detente with Russia – RAI with Stephen Cohen (5/5)
I realized it wasn’t the Soviet Union that was the great danger, it was the potential of nuclear war, and it’s still the case today – says Stephen Cohen on…
Citizenship Question Could Invalidate 2020 Census
Immigration activist Attorney Andrea Senteno analyzes the significance of the Supreme Court’s hearing on including a citizenship question on the 2020 census Subscribe to our page and support our work…
Real Talk Tho Pilot
The Real News is launching our Community Editorial Committee to bring people together and talk about the issues that matter most you. Join your neighbors, friends, family and colleagues in…
Real Talk Tho Episode 2
Since the early ’90s Baltimore has shuttered over 60 rec centers, while funding for police has more than doubled. Meanwhile, a new fund set up by the city that was…
Guilt by Association? Arrest of Assange Friend Has No Basis
Cyber-security and privacy expert Ola Bini was arrested in Ecuador the same day that Ecuador revoked Julian Assange’s asylum. A court now affirmed his pre-trial detention, while his parents and…
Assange Extradition Will Have Chilling Effect on Investigative Journalism, Free Speech
We speak to Julian Assange’s lawyer, Jennifer Robinson, about the first extradition hearing Assange had in London, where he refused to voluntarily turn himself over to US authorities Subscribe to…
Climate Movements Must Be as International as the Oil Industry
“Gasland” director and author Josh Fox says environmental movements should counter industry opposition with global solidarity Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video…
Mozambique Cyclone Kenneth Leaves Devastation in its Wake
Cyclone Kenneth tore over the island of Ibo in northern Mozambique with a fury that left little standing in its wake. DW’s Adrian Kriesch accompanied an aid flight to the…
The DCCC’s Anti-Progressive Policy Might Be Backfiring (1/2)
In March, the DCCC announced its policy against progressive challengers of incumbent Dems. But the policy has been met with widespread scorn, and may be starting to backfire. Ryan Grim,…
The Calm After the Storm in Venezuela: Opposition and Government Measure Support in Streets
It would seem that the April 30th coup effort by Juan Guaidó backfired and  energized the Chavista base while it demoralized the opposition. Mike Fox reports from Caracas Subscribe…
South Africa is Bracing for an Electoral Storm Over the Climate Crisis (1/2)
Prof. Vishwas Satgar provides a climate justice critique of South African political parties: What are the commitments of the ANC, DA, and EFF to a deep, just, life-sustaining transition? Subscribe…
South Africa is Bracing for an Electoral Storm Over the Climate Crisis (2/2)
Prof. Vishwas Satgar provides a climate justice critique of South African political parties: What are the commitments of the ANC, DA, and EFF to a deep, just, life-sustaining transition? Subscribe…
PREVIEW: Baltimore Schools Chronically Underfunded, Lawsuit Says
For the full report go to: https://therealnews.com/stories/we-cant-be-the-best-students-if-were-not-put-in-the-proper-environment Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for educational and informational purposes only)…
How Big Money Contributions Cripple our Politics
Despite the many setbacks, consumer advocate, author, and former health insurance executive Wendell Potter says there is reason to be optimistic about our politics if we take the long view…
As Pugh Resigns, Is a Better Baltimore Possible?
Baltimore’s powerful mayor resigned amid corruption allegations. Three activists ask if the city charter can be amended to limit mayoral power and create a more just city Subscribe to our…
Left Media Coverage of Venezuela Questioned (1/7)
Prominent Venezuelan sociologist and intellectual Edgardo Lander says while it’s correct to oppose U.S. intervention and interference, Left media should not minimize the responsibility of the Maduro government for the…