His approach is likely to damage democracy – and the very people who voted for him
In a world of media that rewards outrage over nuance, we have populace that finds comfort in slogans and simple explanations for complicated problems – but there is hope
The future is ours to shape. We can ape the aberrations of the world’s loudest countries or we can make South Africa a model of justice, inclusion and interdependence
Mass activism and solidarity will help to keep to this dangerous movement spearheaded by Trump in check
It is not old leaders that trouble society, but the failure to ensure that the younger generation is groomed to take over when the time comes
In the United States, the African American minority is capitalism’s ‘business cycle shock-absorber’
America needs to show it is no longer happy to squander the talent of anyone with ovaries.
The scene is set for one of the biggest battles of recent US political history after Republicans rejected Barack Obama’s revised health-reform Bill.
Obama’s initiative came as his Democratic allies in Congress embark on the task of moving healthcare legislation.
Chris McGreal speaks to Americans about Barack Obama’s first 100 days as president .
The conservatives who now dominate the party of the American right may come to rue losing their moderate wing.
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/ 1 December 2008
The histrionics of Obamamania have permitted no scrutiny of liberal democracy’s shift towards a corporate dictatorship.
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/ 25 November 2008
Touted as the next US secretary of state, the former first lady carries tremendous political baggage.
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/ 20 November 2008
The crowds Obama drew gave a glimpse of how Americans can come together for change.
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/ 15 October 2008
George W Bush’s presidency is losing international influence, but it would be foolish to write obituaries for American power.