'Obama's rhetoric hollow as Bush's'

'Obama's rhetoric hollow as Bush's'


Five protestors, four veterans and one spouse, attempted to blockade a public street used by the military for mass deployments. The convoy was stopped for approximately 10 seconds while police and military personnel shoved them out of the road. Activists later declared their protest a "success" and vowed to return during every successive deployment from Fort Hood, in hopes of forcing the military to deploy soldiers under maximum security conditions. Matthis Chiroux says he was beaten and carried out of the street by soldiers and police using rifles and dogs.

Underground hip hop transforming music's influence

Underground hip hop transforming music's influence


While tens of thousands gathered for the Glenn Beck rally in Washington, DC another large crowd gathered in Columbia, MD. The 7th annual Rock the Bells concert welcomed mainstream and underground hip hop artists to the metropolitan area. Concert goers were concerned that mainstream rap music has contributed to the degradation of what some viewed as a powerful tool for mobilizing the black community; Hip hop. Now, hip hop fans are moving towards more political rap for inspiration.

Got your guns New Orleans?

Got your guns New Orleans?



In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, police in New Orleans confiscated thousands of guns from residents in an effort to keep guns out of the hands of anyone who wasn't law enforcement. Louisiana residents feel that their constitutional rights were violated and proceeded to sue the city of New Orleans with the help of the NRA. They believe that in the aftermath of Katrina, the city of New Orleans forgot the fundamental rights of the United States.

Alex Jones: 'I'm packing heat, are you?'

The United States constitution says that every citizen has the right to carry a gun for self defense. However, five years ago in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina people were having their guns taken from them and collected by law enforcement. Alex Jones says that much of the looting that occurred in New Orleans in the immediate days after Hurricane Katrina hit land was done by police and other civil officers.

Glenn Beck rally raw footage

Glenn Beck rally raw footage



Take a look at this raw footage shot at the Glenn Beck rally. Dr Martin Luther King Jr.'s niece delivers a speech at the same place Dr. King delivered his famous "I have a dream" speech over 40 years ago.

Restoring Honor: Glenn Beck's 8/28 rally breeds controversy in DC

Restoring Honor: Glenn Beck's 8/28 rally breeds controversy in DC


Conservative TV host Glenn Beck has held a controversial rally at Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. He and Sarah Palin spoke from the very spot where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech 47 years ago on that same day, August 28. While Glenn Beck was addressing tens of thousands of predominantly white conservative activists, civil rights leaders accusing the group of hijacking King's legacy held their own rival rally.

Katrina: No relief, just racism

Katrina: No relief, just racism



Jordan Flaherty, the author of "Floodlines: Community and Resistance from Katrina to the Jena Six" said he is most concerned for those in New Orleans who have been ignored and those who are still displaced throughout the US. Many of the stories about those who have been forgotten or left behind by the recovery have not been told, argued Flaherty.

5 years after Katrina, New Orleans is still rebuilding

5 years after Katrina, New Orleans is still rebuilding


Five years after Hurricane Katrina, the homeless population in New Orleans is still one of the highest in the country. Many who lost their homes in Katrina are still living on the streets, and others who came to the city in the aftermath of the storm and the oil spill hoping to find a job also ended up without a job or a place to live. While some places in New Orleans are close to where they were before the storms, others, especially in the lower ninth ward where most of the devastation took place - are still desolate.

The 3 Minute Download: Dolores Huerta, Adam Kokesh and Mike Norman

The 3 Minute Download: Dolores Huerta, Adam Kokesh and Mike Norman


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, Plus, US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said on Friday the economic recovery has weakened more than expected and the economy is inherently uncertain.

Exclusive images of the Lower 9th Ward

Exclusive images of the Lower 9th Ward



Check out these saddening images from New Orleans' Lower 9th Ward five years after Hurricane Katrina. The Lower 9th Ward was the hardest hit area in the city and was also the poorest area of the city.

Has Glenn Beck stomped on civil rights?

Has Glenn Beck stomped on civil rights?


Conservative television host Glenn Beck has planned a rally in Washington DC at the same location that Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous 'I have a dream speech'. Many people are offended by his choice to speak at that location, is Glenn beck stomping on the civil rights legacy Dr. King left with his DC rally?

Fed up with the Fed

Fed up with the Fed


Early this morning, the Commerce Department released figures showing that economic growth has slowed to an anemic rate of 1.6 percent. Then Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke announced that if the economy continues to deteriorate the Fed will take action. But with unemployment high and consumer confidence low how much can they really do?

'A failure of economic leadership'

'A failure of economic leadership'


US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said on Friday the economic recovery has weakened more than expected and the economy is inherently uncertain. Does this mean that the Fed has no idea what's going on with the economy? Mike Norman says all of this is a whole lot about nothing and the Fed is simply trying to protect itself and the banks it serves.

Glenn Beck preaches love not war

Glenn Beck preaches love not war


Forty years ago this weekend marks one of the most significant events in modern Mexican American history. August 29th, 1970 was the day when the National Chicano Moratorium against the Vietnam War. Why have young Americans today lost the urge to protest and stand up for their civil rights? This weekend, Glenn Beck is holding a rally in Washington DC at the same location that Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his 'I have a dream speech'. Adam Kokesh, an Iraq war veteran and Dolores Huerta, a legendary activist join Dina Gusovsky to discuss war protests, Glenn Beck and US policy.

Is immigration the new anti-war movement?

Is immigration the new anti-war movement?



For nearly a decade, America has been fighting two bloody and unpopular wars. But where is the real outrage? During the Vietnam era we saw huge demonstrations to speak out against that war. RT's Ramon Galindo gives us a closer look at anti war movement that many Americans never learn about it in school and how it compares to the anti war movement of today.

Minority race war in New York

Minority race war in New York


As Latin American immigrants move into traditionally African-American parts of New York City, tensions have increased between the groups and occasionally result in violence.

Where is the transparency?

Where is the transparency?


The Obama administration has proudly stated that they are withdrawing troops from Iraq to have no more combat troops on the ground. The troops are supposed to be assisting Iraqi troops and training them. The problem is that the soldiers, even though they are classified as non combat, are still going out and completing missions assigned to them. Jack Rice says that the US cannot simply say mission accomplished, however the problems that the Iraqis faced before the war are still there and until they are resolved the war is not over.

The 3 Minute Download: Kristen Soltis, Thom Hartmann and George Hemminger

The 3 Minute Download: Kristen Soltis, Thom Hartmann and George Hemminger

Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, General Petraeus appointed Frederick Kagan, a very well known neoconservative intellectual as his adviser in Afghanistan. Is this a sign of a new rise of the neocons? And is President Obama out of touch with the country? Plus, RT America has been discussing obesity in America and the effects of the mass consumption of genetically altered food. What are the risks and what can be done about it?

Local farms could be illegal

Local farms could be illegal


RT America has been discussing obesity in America and the effects of the mass consumption of genetically altered food. What are the risks and what can be done about it? George Hemminger says that as many people are feeling the economic downturn hit them, they are growing their own food. However, the government might try to take that choice away from the people as well by passing a bill that would make it illegal to clean and store seeds.

Exclusive Footage! NYC mock funeral against gun violence

Exclusive Footage! NYC mock funeral against gun violence






RT's Marina Portnaya was there with rappers Russell Simmons, Fat Joe and Jim Jones to join in the Tsunami of Peace mock funeral against gun violence.

Innocent on death row

Innocent on death row






19 years after he first entered death row, Troy Davis' sentencing to death has been upheld in a Georgia court. The African American inmate was convicted of murdering a white police officer in 1989. Since the original trial, seven of the nine witnesses have said that their testimony had no physical evidence that could have linked Davis to the murder. The case has led many to believe that an innocent man will be put to death.

Sheriff Mack: Hypocrisy Epidemic!

Sheriff Mack: Hypocrisy Epidemic!


The US constitution is violated daily, and the main perpetrators are the president and top federal government officials. That is the view of Richard Mack, a former Arizona Sheriff who is now advocating state sovereignty as the only way to keep constitution-abiding America intact.

The 3 Minute Download: Nomi Prins, Webster Tarpley and Max Fraad Wolff

The 3 Minute Download: Nomi Prins, Webster Tarpley and Max Fraad Wolff


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, sales of previously owned US homes took a record dip in July to their lowest rate in 15 years, suggesting further loss of momentum in the economic recovery. Plus, China's ownership of the United States government debt has dropped to the lowest level in at least a year, Treasury data showed, in a sign Beijing is increasingly keen to diversify out of US bonds.

Obama's "secret war"

Obama's "secret war"


In Latin America El Salvadorian death squads were known for targeting clergy members, doctors, and others, similar to what is being said about Iraq. Scandal continues to develop for the Obama administration because of the Iraq war. Eva Golinger says that the Obama administration has increased funding for what many call Obama's "secret war".

The Resident: The economic effect

The Resident: The economic effect

The Resident asks New Yorkers and visitors how the economic downturn has effected their lives. How has it impacted yours?

Latin death squads invade Iraq

Latin death squads invade Iraq

In Latin America El Salvadorian death squads were known for targeting clergy members, doctors, and others, similar to what is being said about Iraq. Michel Chossudovsky, the director of the Center for Research on Globalization in Canada argued that the death squad approach created in El Salvador in the early 1980's to fight the liberation movement has been adopted by the US and employed in Iraq.

'Obama housing plan fails'

'Obama housing plan fails'

As President Barack Obama's housing program fails, big banks are basking in success. The president's HEMP plan did nothing to save the average or middle class Americans home, making the housing crisis worse. Nomi Prins says banks aren't stepping up to help homeowners because they don't have too; there is no incentive for them to, when all they would be doing is making less of a profit.

Crown Victoria leaving NYC

Crown Victoria leaving NYC

New York's iconic sedan-style yellow taxi, the Crown Victoria, is on the road to extinction. Ford is scrapping the production of the traditional cab model by next year, deeming it unprofitable.

Tarpley: 'US tries to destroy Euro'

Tarpley: 'US tries to destroy Euro'


China's ownership of the United States government debt has dropped to the lowest level in at least a year, Treasury data showed, in a sign Beijing is increasingly keen to diversify out of US bonds. Webster Tarpley says that China is diversifying and has moved onto the Euro and Yen. He adds that the US was trying to shift the depression onto Europe, trying to destroy the Euro with a speculative attack on Greece, Spain, Portugal, etc.

'Banks learn after mortgage orgy'

'Banks learn after mortgage orgy'

Sales of previously owned US homes took a record dip in July to their lowest rate in 15 years, suggesting further loss of momentum in the economic recovery. If the United States is going to get out of this housing and economic slump what will it take? Max Fraad Wolff says that housing prices will continue to drop about 5 to 10% in the next 18 months.

Pakistan's double edged sword

Pakistan's double edged sword


The New York Times is reporting today what RT America reported months ago: The motives behind Pakistani officials helping the CIA in the capture of Abdul Ghani Baradar, the second-ranking Taliban leader, were to shut down peace talks with Baradar and the Afghan government. James Hanson, who originally discussed this topic in February, returns tonight to talk about the new developments from this story.

The Af-Pak quagmire

The Af-Pak quagmire


The New York Times front page today has a story about Pakistani officials admitting that the capture of a high ranked Taliban operative was a deliberate attempt to blow up negotiations between the Afghan Government and the Taliban. RT reported about it back in February with our guest Jim Hanson, MSG Ret. Why are The New York Times 6 months late and why is Pakistan leaking this information?

Americans don't care about war vets

Americans don't care about war vets


Vice president Biden touted the military's success in front of a Veterans of Foreign Wars convention today.
But with thousands of troops returning home from a war zone, there could be many ugly and unexpected consequences.Multiple deployments and insufficient treatment of our wounded warriors has led some vets from Iraq to Afghanistan to end up on the street.

Iraq: 'Biden's ridiculous cheerleading'

Iraq: 'Biden's ridiculous cheerleading'



Vice President Joe Biden on Monday warned against pessimism over the war in Afghanistan and insisted that the United States will remain engaged in Iraq despite the departure of US combat troops. Adam Kokesh says that on May 1st, 2003 the "mission accomplished" speech given by Former US President George W. Bush and the same basic premise was reiterated today by Vice President Joe Biden.

The 3 Minute Download: Philip Giraldi, Cindy Sheehan and Wayne Madsen

The 3 Minute Download: Philip Giraldi, Cindy Sheehan and Wayne Madsen


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, Iran's Bushehr plant became operational today with no attack by Israel, despite claims from some, including John Bolton, that such an attack would be a good idea. Plus, Cindy Sheehan's son Casey was also killed in battle and has received multiple stories from the US Military, she asks how many families are being lied to by the US government about what happened to their child? Also, following intense pressure from Washington, a Thai appeals court has decided to extradite alleged arms dealer Viktor Bout to the United States.

Obama, we're going streaking!

Obama, we're going streaking!


Alki David, a British billionaire and actor (The Bank Job) is urging anyone to streak naked in front of US President Barack Obama, and he's increasing his reward from $100,000 up to $1 million. The only catch is the person has to have the website's name scrawled across their stomach. The website that David owns offers people thousands of dollars to broadcast their outrageous stunts live online.

For more: http://www.filmon.com or http://www.battlecam.com

Kill teams, Scalpel operations

Kill teams, Scalpel operations


US Special Forces around the Middle East are given no restrictions when they are on a mission to capture or kill their target. The Cold War is gone but the legacy lives on through the CIA Secret operations. United States servicemen and women who are not in Special Ops have to be on their best behavior when working with the local population of Afghanistan. Why the need for these "Capture Kill Teams"?

Pat Tillman story, Military pump fake

Pat Tillman story, Military pump fake


Former NFL star Pat Tillman decided to turn down a contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals to go fight in the Afghanistan war. He was killed by friendly fire and then it was covered up by the US government. Cindy Sheehan's son Casey was also killed in battle and has received multiple stories from the US Military, she asks how many families are being lied to by the US government about what happened to their child?

What are capture kill teams?

What are capture kill teams?


States servicemen and women have to be on their best behavior when working with the local population of Afghanistan. However, orders from high above for a select group of servicemen and women is telling them to take no prisoners. The United States special forces in and around the Middle East commonly known as "Capture Kill Teams".

Viktor Bout, a merchant of death not the merchant?

Viktor Bout, a merchant of death not the merchant?


Following intense pressure from Washington, a Thai appeals court has decided to extradite alleged arms dealer Viktor Bout to the United States. Viktor Bout, who has been detained in a Thai prison since March 2008 following a local and US sting operation, appeared at a Bangkok criminal court on Friday to hear whether an original court decision to release him would be upheld.

'John Bolton is full of hogwash'

'John Bolton is full of hogwash'


Iran's Bushehr plant became operational today with no attack by Israel, despite claims from some, including John Bolton, that such an attack would be a good idea. Former CIA officer Philip Giraldi says that the focus on Bushehr, which can only produce electricity, is actually a red herring for development in Iran other nuclear fronts.

The 3 Minute Download: Thom Hartmann, George Hemminger and Alon Ben-Meir

The 3 Minute Download: Thom Hartmann, George Hemminger and Alon Ben-Meir


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, video games have been a popular pastime for many Americans but what happens when you are able to play a game as the enemy? Also, as Iran continues to power up its nuclear capabilities, are Iranians fearing that an imminent war is coming with the US and Israel? Finally, Denver police officers were caught on video tackling and beating a 23-year-old man who was doing nothing but talking on a telephone.

The 3 Minute Download: Thom Hartmann, George Hemminger and Alon Ben-Meir

The 3 Minute Download: Thom Hartmann, George Hemminger and Alon Ben-Meir


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, video games have been a popular pastime for many Americans but what happens when you are able to play a game as the enemy? Also, as Iran continues to power up its nuclear capabilities, are Iranians fearing that an imminent war is coming with the US and Israel? Finally, Denver police officers were caught on video tackling and beating a 23-year-old man who was doing nothing but talking on a telephone.

Israeli attack against Iran imminent?

Israeli attack against Iran imminent?

As Iran continues to power up its nuclear capabilities, are Iranians fearing that an imminent war is coming with the US and Israel? Alon Ben-Meir says that what must be held in mind is that the United States and Israel are determined to keep Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He adds that the sanctions have been working because Iran has decided to come back to the negotiating table.

Karzai: No more contractors!

Karzai: No more contractors!

The Afghanistan war has become the largest outsourced war in United States history and Afghan President Hamid Karzai has called for all private security contractors to be removed. Nathan Park is the Vice President of Good Knight Security Services which provides security for United States building contractors that are building Afghanistan's infrastructure. He says that the United States cannot contract this war out much longer, otherwise it will risk failure.

Children seeking diplomacy

Children seeking diplomacy


Can any one person really change or even save the world? What if that person wasn't even old enough to drive a car? Decades ago, 11 year old American Samantha Smith became a hero when she traveled to the Soviet Union, after having written a letter urging its leader, Yuri Andropov, to avoid the possibility of nuclear war. This time, 13 year old Korean-American Jonathan Lee hopes to have an impact on US-North Korean relations by going to North Korea in order to urge its leader to create a peace forest in the demilitarized zone.

Karzai outsourcing Afghanistan war to family?

Karzai outsourcing Afghanistan war to family?

Afghan President Hamid Karzai Tuesday called for all private security firms in Afghanistan to be disbanded in the next four months. The war in Afghanistan is the most outsourced war in US history. Currently 30 percent of all US forces in Afghanistan are private contractors. Visiting fellow Ann Marlow with the Hudson Institute said Karzai's stance does not make much sense. In fact, members of the Karzai family own a number of the private companies working in the country. It is possible Karzai is shutting down all private firms only to later reopen those companies that belong to his family in order to stifle competition, argued Marlowe. This would not be the first time Karzai attempted such a maneuver.

Israeli attack coming, World War 3?

Israeli attack coming, World War 3?


Former US envoy to the United Nations says Israel has until August 21st to attack Iran's nuclear sites. This is before Russia finalizes its shipment of nuclear fuel to Iran. So is an Israeli attack forthcoming? Wayne Madsen says that if there is an attack, multiple nations would join and there could be a major war ahead.

Outcry over police brutality caught on camera

Outcry over police brutality caught on camera

Denver police officers were caught on video tackling and beating a 23-year-old man who was doing nothing but talking on a telephone. The mayor and city officials are deeply divided and concerned over the incident and debating the punishment for the police officer. George Hemminger of Survive and Thrive TV said in this case the individual was lucky the incident was caught on video, because when there are not cameras around it is hard to prove what actually takes place. Hemminger said it is a travesty that the officers have not been fired. So far they have only experienced a reduction in pay. In order to inspire change in policing practices the media needs to cover the issue of police brutality more and bring the issue to the public's attention, argued Hemminger.

Join the Taliban...

Join the Taliban...


Video games have been a popular pastime for many Americans but what happens when you are able to play a game as the enemy? Medal of Honor has now made it possible for a gamer to be a part of the Taliban and fight against United States soldiers. Thom Hartmann says that in some ways it is good to bring the issue front and center however, we must keep in mind that video games were invented by the military to desensitize its soldiers.

Denver Police brutality caught on tape

Denver Police brutality caught on tape


Check out this footage of Denver Police brutally beating up a person who seems to have done nothing to provoke the police.

Exclusive -- Inside the Ground Zero Mosque

Exclusive -- Inside the Ground Zero Mosque


Check out this exclusive footage that only RTAmerica has! RTAmerica takes you inside the much debated location where the Ground Zero Mosque is set to be built.

The Resident: Islamophobia, is it the new anti-Communism?

The Resident: Islamophobia, is it the new anti-Communism?


Given the debate over the Ground Zero Mosque, The Resident asks people on the streets of New York City: Is Islamophobia the new anti-Communism?

Petraeus vs. Obama? Nope, just part of the plan

Petraeus vs. Obama? Nope, just part of the plan


General Petraeus is making remarks that directly contradict Defense Secretary Gates and President Obama on the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Who is really in charge? Is there a political motive at play? RT contributor Wayne Madsen said Petraeus would not be making such comments without permission from the White House, after all... if he were speaking out of turn he would likely have met the same fate as General McChrystal. Petraeus' comments are part of a bigger picture, since Obama needs to pull back from his withdrawal promises and Gates has announced his plans to leave in 2011, argued Madsen.

Star wars: The militarization of space?

Star wars: The militarization of space?


The Annual Space and Missile Defense conference is underway in Huntsville, AL with the theme of 'enabling regional war fighters'. Many argue that the militarization of space is simply wrong, while others argue it is paramount to American national security. Research fellow Baker Spring of the Heritage Foundation and senior fellow Larry Korb of the Center for American Progress debate the links between missile defense, space and the private sector.

Economy sinking, buy gold stay afloat

Economy sinking, buy gold stay afloat


As the economy continues to sink, gold's price has continued to rise and it has climbed to its highest level today. Scott Carter says that gold is a very long term cycle; the conditions that have contributed to the gold market have been extremely favorable. When the United States' economy catches a cold, the entire world catches pneumonia. He adds that there is a large concern over paper economies, such as the United States, which tends to lead to investors buying gold.

Petraeus vs. Obama - Political agenda at play?

Petraeus vs. Obama - Political agenda at play?


General Petraeus has said he does not plan to run for President, but he is also making remarks that directly contradict Defense Secretary Gates and President Obama on the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Is there a political motive at play? RT contributor Webster Tarpley said yes! He argued that while Petraeus said he has no current plans to run, this does not mean he does not have an agenda. When push comes to shove Petraeus may be on the ballot, argued Tarpley.

RT's Dina Gusovsky goes to space camp!

RT's Dina Gusovsky goes to space camp!


Well, something like that... Huntsville, Alabama is home to the US Space and Rocket Center, the only place in the country where you can see and experience all things space! It was also the home of Wernher von Braun, the pioneer of US space exploration, and his rocket scientist colleagues, some of who are still alive to tell their story today. So, fasten your seat belts because you're coming along for the special ride!

Space: The final [military] frontier

Space: The final [military] frontier

The Annual Space and Missile Defense conference is underway in Huntsville, AL with the theme of 'enabling regional war fighters'. The group is in the business of promoting missiles and other weapons technology. Space entrepreneur Jeff Manber said the Pentagon and the defense industry have come to realize that regionalization is key to modern war fighting, thus a growing theme in the industry is looking towards finding new ways to decentralize Pentagon weapons responses globally. Space is today a necessary component of America's military theater and the US will act preemptively to ensure their access to space, said Manber. He said this is unfortunate because he would prefer space be a non-military frontier.

China on the rise, surpassing US?

China on the rise, surpassing US?


The latest figures place China as the world's second largest economy, leaving Japan behind. Economists predict that China will become world's biggest economy in the 2020s. But Michel Chossudovsky of the Center for Research of Globalization (GlobalResearch.ca) thinks China may already be number. In terms of productive capabilities, due to sheer size and productive capacity, China surpasses the declining US economy, argued Chossudovsky.

RTAmerica how to: Submit a video response

RTAmerica how to: Submit a video response


Have you ever wanted to send RTAmerica a video response? How about a video that displays your own opinions? Well, today RTAmerica is going to show you how to send us a video response, showcasing your own opinion, to our videos! We are going to take you step by step through the process and at the end we will show you what the final product will look like!

The 3 Minute Download: Wayne Madsen, Jake Diliberto and Melissa Sklarz

The 3 Minute Download: Wayne Madsen, Jake Diliberto and Melissa Sklarz


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, a US Army report released indicates that since 2004 the number of soldiers going AWOL (deserting, missing, or failing to report) has gone up 234 percent. Plus, will the United States and Israel attack Iran as it continues its pursuit for nuclear energy? Finally, Melissa Sklarz describes the uphill battle for transgendered Americans seeking equal rights.

Transgenders transforming America

Transgenders transforming America


In the US, it's illegal for employers to discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin and sex. Despite these laws, some people are still left out. Attorney Noah E. Lewis with the Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund said workplace, housing, public and employment discrimination is all too common in the US transgender community.

Thousands rally for jobs in LA

Thousands rally for jobs in LA

Thousands rallied in Los Angeles, California calling on the government to provide jobs across the US. California has been hit especially hard by unemployment. Many at the rally were experienced workers who are unable to find jobs, some even claiming they may have been discriminated against because of their experience and age. Further, the protestors called on lawmakers to end the George W. Bush tax cuts in hopes it would free up money for the government to create more jobs. RT's Ramon Galindo reports from Los Angeles.

Transgendered people demand rights

Transgendered people demand rights


Melissa Sklarz is the Director of the New York Trans Rights Organization and she is playing a lead role in efforts to pass the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) in the New York legislature. Sklarz says it will take time to earn the rights that would protect transgendered people under law. She adds that it took African Americans, gays and lesbians sometimes hundreds of years to gain their rights.

Could Iran go nuclear with Russian help?

Could Iran go nuclear with Russian help?


Russia is set to launch Iran's nuclear power plant in Bushehr next week. The US and Israel remain in strong opposition to the nuclear plant. Will this spark a military strike on Iran? Former CIA analyst Ray McGovern and RT contributor Wayne Madsen both say no. McGovern does believe an attack by Israel is possible sooner than later, but this shift will only be a small factor in the bigger picture. Madsen argues that US opposition sends the wrong message, both on US-Russia relations and Middle East affairs.

Workplace discrimination still legal in America

Workplace discrimination still legal in America


In the US, it's illegal for employers to discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin and sex. Despite these laws, some people are still left out. As the case of one transgendered woman in Georgia shows, changing your gender not only means changing your life, but can also mean losing your job. And it's not against the law. Her case is not the minority, but in fact, reveals a much broader trend of a group of Americans who are slipping through the cracks.

Sexual war politics

Sexual war politics

A Miami artist has takes pornography and then adds images of burns, bondage and other images of war to the womens' bodies. The artist uses pornographic images in a photo montage to convey her message and surprise her audience. Rosemarie Romero says that her art is trying to convey an antiwar message, it is a critique on voyeurism, politics and pop culture.

The 3 Minute Download: Laurence Kotlikoff, Ron Gochez and Mike Norman

The 3 Minute Download: Laurence Kotlikoff, Ron Gochez and Mike Norman


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, a recent article published in Bloomberg states that the United States is bankrupt, as the US continues to fall further into debt what will the outcome be? Plus, the US Senate has been recalled from August recess to vote on a $600 million border bill to establish military style bases and place drones at the borders to prevent illegal immigrants from crossing over.

Asylum fraud: Ignored immigration issue?

Asylum fraud: Ignored immigration issue?


When it comes to immigration issues here in the United States, all the focus seems to be on the U.S./Mexico border. Asylum fraud cases seem to be overlooked by the US media; however, they pose a large threat to America's immigration system. The case of David Lynn vs USA represents how people take advantage of the system by making up false claims of persecution to reap the benefits that come along with being granted an asylum application and remaining in the United States legally.

'Let's get real, the US is bankrupt'

'Let's get real, the US is bankrupt'


A recent article published in Bloomberg states that the United States is bankrupt, as the US continues to fall further into debt what will the outcome be? Neither spending more nor taxing less will help the country pay its bills. It's a bold statement from professor of economics at Boston University Laurence Kotlikoff.

Border militarization war on Latino community

Border militarization war on Latino community

The US Senate has been recalled from August recess to vote on a $600 million border bill to establish military style bases and place drones at the borders to prevent illegal immigrants from crossing over. At the same time many are calling for the repeal 14th amendment of the US Constitution. Immigration activist Ron Gochez said the bill and the idea of changing the 14th amendment are merely attacks on the Latino immigrant community; it is not real immigration reform. The Bush policies of 2008 are being continued, but with greater efficiently under Obama, he said. Obama has in fact deported a greater number of illegal immigrants than the Bush administration did during their time in office. The militarization of the border is also an economic issue, he argued, saying it will cost the American people millions without solving the immigration problem.

'White House panicked over midterms'

'White House panicked over midterms'

Robert Gibbs made less than flattering words about the far left who he said won't be satisfied until we have Canadian health care and the Pentagon is eliminated. Brent Budowsky said that the comments were made because the White House is panicked about the midterm elections. He adds that the fundamental problem is that President Obama promised transformational change but has not done everything he has promised.

Al-Qaida returns to Iraq, bribes American allies

Al-Qaida returns to Iraq, bribes American allies

The Sons of Iraq are being offered more than their government salaries by al-Qaida to switch sides and fight against American troops. Jake Diliberto, a former marine who served in Iraq said buying allies and friends never works. He argued that al-Qaida is growing because of the continued NATO and American presence in the Middle East, not because they are being bought off. Iraqis need to be a part of the process to shape their government, they have to take part in their nation state to build it, said Diliberto. Every day troops remain in the region there is fuel for al-Qaida to go, he argued.

Dow fall highlights government failure

Dow fall highlights government failure

As global investors took a bleaker view of the economy, stocks and interest rates tumbled. The Dow Jones average fell 265 points and all other major indexes fell more than 2 percent. Investigative journalist Webster Tarpley said this is evidence the stimulus and other government efforts have failed. Some of the money has aided the banks, but failed to bolster the greater economy.

Musa: 'Muslims new Communists'

Musa: 'Muslims new Communists'


A main focus for the GOP and Tea Partiers this midterm election might be at the expense of another group, Muslims. The Republicans are attempting to instill Islamaphobia into America and high profile party members are adding fuel to the fire. Abdul Amim Musa says the government has selected Muslims as the enemy and has manufactured the events and situations which justifies its oppression.

'People love to hate Muslims'

'People love to hate Muslims'

As the midterm elections get closer, the GOP has pulled out their weapon of choice: fear mongering. A subject that has delivered without fail is the right's main issue of this 2010 election: Islamophobia. With such high profile Republicans such as Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich opposing the Islamic Center next to Ground Zero, how are Muslims perceived in America?

Ramadan kicks off amid Islamaphobia

Ramadan kicks off amid Islamaphobia


It's the beginning of the Islamic holy month for Muslims all over the world and while many are gearing up for the festivities and celebrations, others are worried the month could see an uptick in anti-Muslim actions nationwide. According to the Council on American Islamic Relations, the rise in Islamophobia stems from the plans to build an Islamic center new Ground Zero in New York City and separate campaigns launched by right-wing groups around the country.

'Left unhappy, should smoke dope'

'Left unhappy, should smoke dope'

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs made a comment about "the professional left being on drugs", which has put him in a bit of hot water. Gibbs says that he stands by his comments but should he get of his high horse and apologize? Robert Cockburn says that the left does not have much to be happy about and probably should smoke dope amid two wars and an awful economy.

'Fascism coming to a computer near you'

'Fascism coming to a computer near you'

Google's South Korean headquarters have been raided because of allegations that the internet giant stole private information from the nation's citizens. Google's CEO Eric Schmidt, a member of the Bilderberg group, has called for a new internet that will have a slow lane for porn and shopping but the value added content is only for those who can pay. Wayne Madsen adds that the Obama administration wants to shut the internet down to those who cannot pay for it or don't have enough political influence.

US bribes failing in Iraq

US bribes failing in Iraq

American troops are continuing to pull out of Iraq but what will happen once the troops are out of the country? Sources have told the Guardian that Al-Qaeda is offering former allies more money than the government, if they rejoin Al-Qaeda's rank. Raed Jarrar says that the same people who the United States has bought off politicians in Iraq are the same people that would be willing to be bought off by Al-Qaeda.

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The 3 Minute Download: Alex Jones, Eric Montalvo and Greg Wilpert

The 3 Minute Download: Alex Jones, Eric Montalvo and Greg Wilpert

Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, Verizon and Google have announced that they hope to regulate the internet by controlling access and the speed of the internet to different websites. Also, US President Barack Obama's military commissions opened Monday to consider two terror cases, including the trial of the last Western detainee at Guantanamo, Omar Khadr, who was arrested at age 15. Finally, Colombia's new leader Juan Miguel Santos will head to the negotiating table to talk with Venezuela's Hugo Chavez.

Venezuela, Colombia to flamenco

Venezuela, Colombia to flamenco

Relations between Colombia and Venezuela were severed when allegations came from Colombia that Venezuela had been aiding and training FARC rebels along the border. However, Colombia's new leader Juan Manuel Santos will head to the negotiating table to talk with Venezuela's Hugo Chavez. The United States and Venezuela relations have gotten even colder over the past few years; will Colombia's decision to return to the negotiating table spark the US to do the same?

Omar Khadr, never given a chance

Omar Khadr, never given a chance


US President Barack Obama's military commissions opened Monday to consider two terror cases, including the trial of the last Western detainee at Guantanamo, Omar Khadr, who was arrested at age 15. Devon Chaffee says that a better course of action for Khadr would have been to try and rehabilitate him then send him to Guantanamo Bay.

Afghan civilian casualties skyrocket

Afghan civilian casualties skyrocket

The United Nations has released a report about civilian deaths in Afghanistan and it states that civilian casualties are sky rocketing. Nearly 1,300 Afghan civilians have been killed already from the start of the year; the deceased are mostly women and children. The Afghanistan people don't want NATO led forces into their provinces because once the coalition forces come in, Taliban insurgents are not far behind.

Alex Jones: Big brother is watching you

Alex Jones: Big brother is watching you

Verizon and Google have announced that they hope to regulate the internet by controlling access and the speed of the internet to different websites. In other privacy news, Air France has announced that they will install cameras into every seat to watch their passengers; civil rights activists are crying foul saying it invades people's privacy too much.

Gitmo trial: Obama's child soldier case

Gitmo trial: Obama's child soldier case

Canadian Omar Khadr is the first Guantanamo detainee to face the revamped military tribunals under the Obama administration. Khadr, now 23, but captured at age 15 by US troops in Afghanistan is set for trial on Tuesday at the Naval base in Cuba. Attorney Eric Montalvo was the military defense attorney for Mohammed Jawad, another young detainee, who was held at Guantanamo. Montalvo weighs in on the upcoming trial, what might be different this time around and also argued that the tribunal does not have jurisdiction over the case. He also pointed out that a Canadian high court requested in a legal opinion that Khadr be returned to Canada.

Web exclusive: US opening second base in Kyrgyzstan

Web exclusive: US opening second base in Kyrgyzstan


The United States plans to build a new military base in Kyrgyzstan, the US originally planned to open the base before Kyrgyzstan's former leader was ousted. US defense secretary Robert Gates says the US will decrease spending, so why are they continuing with this base? Rick Rozoff says that the United States is doing this in order to gain stronger footing in the region, especially in Afghanistan.

WikiLeaks: Heroic or treasonous?

WikiLeaks: Heroic or treasonous?


Will the WikiLeaks leak go down as the new Pentagon Papers? Will history record PFC Bradley Manning and Julian Assange as heroes or treasonous rebels? RT contributor and media expert Danny Schechter said that in the past the Pentagon Papers were seen as scandalous and treasonous. When they were first published the Nixon administration fought hard to suppress the information and attempted to prosecute those who brought the documents to the surface. Schechter pointed out that whistleblowers are hardly welcomed in their time, but that history can record a different picture.

The Resident: Wyclef for president?

The Resident: Wyclef for president?

Following the announcement Wyclef Jean will run for President of Haiti, The Resident asks people in New York City: should pop culture and politics mix?

The 3 Minute Download: George Hemminger, Danny Schechter and Thom Hartmann

The 3 Minute Download: George Hemminger, Danny Schechter and Thom Hartmann

As the United States Federal government continues to lose touch with the American public, is there a potential Civil War ahead? Plus, Bradley Manning who leaked the military documents to WikiLeaks had activists rallying on his behalf today, what will his fate be? Finally, Radio Host Thom Hartmann argued that historically, due to the massive size of the United States, people were viewed as disposable, whereas in Europe people were more closely connected to one another because of the denser population centers.

'Dismantle the welfare state'

'Dismantle the welfare state'

As the United States Federal government continues to lose touch with the American public, is there a potential Civil War ahead? Jacob Hornberger says that US citizens are fed up with the national debt and constant spending but not yet to the point where they will take action. He adds that the government has its citizens believing that we cannot live without this political paternalism.

Web Exclusive: US convicts receive no slack

Web Exclusive: US convicts receive no slack

As jails and prisons in America are filling up, the US might want to re-think their policy towards throwing people into prison. Harold Cook says it is ironic that he is speaking from Texas who has the worst record in keeping people behind bars in the US. In Europe authorities work to reeducate and reintegrate the prison populations. Cook adds that there is a fine line between seeking revenge and seeking justice.

California parole system often dictated by political aspirations

California parole system often dictated by political aspirations

For inmates in the state of California, life without the possibility of parole is often the same sentence as life with the possibility of parole. Even once they are deemed suitable for parole by the California Parole Board, the majority of these inmates end up getting those decisions reversed by California's governor, including women acting in self-defense from abusive partners. Some experts say the reason has to do with the governor's political aspirations.

US Civil War: Fed vs. states

US Civil War: Fed vs. states

As the United States Federal government continues to lose touch with the American public, is there a potential Civil War ahead? George Hemminger (George4Title) says that the Obama administration has continued to polarize the public, Arizona is trying to defend its borders and as the patriot movement gains steam, it is likely a conflict will occur.

No mercy for American convicts

No mercy for American convicts


Reeducation vs. lock-up: what's right for American convicts? In Europe authorities work to reeducate and reintegrate the prison populations. In the US however authorizes prefer to lock them up for as long as possible. Radio Host Thom Hartmann argued that historically, due to the massive size of the United States, people were viewed as disposable, whereas in Europe people were more closely connected to one another because of the denser population centers. Today the US is confronting this issue head-on as US population density increases. The US is large and hosts at least six distinct cultures, said Hartmann, which makes reform even more challenging.

The 3 Minute Download: Jacob Hornberger, Brent Budowsky and Max Fraad Wolff

The 3 Minute Download: Jacob Hornberger, Brent Budowsky and Max Fraad Wolff


Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, according the US jobs report released today, more jobs have been lost and foreclosures are up as well. Plus, August 6th marks the 65th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, Brent Budowsky and Jacob Hornberger discuss the ramifications and the US relationship with Japan.

Rap News: The juice is loose

Rap News: The juice is loose


Investigative Rap Journalists Hugo Farrant and Giordano Nanni of TheJuiceMedia - Rap News joined us to discuss their unique take on journalism, working to both inform and entertain an eager public. Rap News has taken on such topics as Climate-Gate, WikiLeaks and more!

Remember Hiroshima: Los Alamos, nuke funding up

Remember Hiroshima: Los Alamos, nuke funding up


Many people want a formal apology from the United States government to the Japanese people for the atomic bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima. Today was the anniversary of the bomb dropping and the United States sent a representative to Japan to commemorate the event at a ceremony, honoring those that had passed. Alexander Cockburn says that the ambassador from the US who went to the ceremony is a PR stunt but the world has gotten closer to the ultimate goal, nuclear disarmament.

Don't Panic! Russian fires not result of global warming

Don't Panic! Russian fires not result of global warming

Swathes of central Russia are still in flames - with firefighters tackling hundreds of new fires every day. But, are the Russian wildfires evidence of climate change? Patrick Michaels, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute and climate change skeptic says no. Michaels argued that the increased temperatures in Russia are merely one weather event and cannot be related to global warming. The earth is warmer than it has been in the past, but this does not mean we are facing an apocalyptic climate scenario.

No apology from US for Hiroshima, Nagasaki

No apology from US for Hiroshima, Nagasaki


Sixty five years ago, at 8:15 in the morning in Hiroshima, Japan, the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on mankind. Over one hundred thousand people died from the initial place while hundreds of thousands were affected by the last damages due to radiation. This year will mark the first time since the US dropped the bomb, an American Representative will be attending the commemoration ceremony in Japan. And while some Americans are remorseful, others say, it was necessary to drop the bomb in order to end the world war and end the threat of Communism.

Hiroshima bombing a necessity

Hiroshima bombing a necessity

August 6th marks the 65th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima. Columnist Brent Budowsky from The Hill brings us the historical context and American perspective. He argued that the US felt the bombing was a necessity to bring an end to the war and prevent a full scale land and air invasion of Japan. Far more Japanese and Americans would have died if the A-bomb had not been dropped, he said. Budowsky said the loss of life is always regrettable, just as it was at Pearl Harbor and across Asia.

Hiroshima bombing a war crime?

Hiroshima bombing a war crime?

August 6th marks the 65th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima. Jacob Hornberger, the President of the Future of Freedom Foundation, argued that the US bombings of both Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II were war crimes and the US should admit it. Many others argue that the dropping of the A-bomb led to an early end to the War in the Pacific and saved thousands of American and Japanese lives by preventing a US invasion of Japan. Hornberger said the bombing was a direct attack on women, children and the elderly. However, he recognizes there will likely never be an apology for the incidents from the United States.

Economy, jobs to decide midterms

Economy, jobs to decide midterms

According the US jobs report released today, more jobs have been lost and foreclosures are up as well. What will this mean for the midterm elections? Max Fraad Wolff says that Democrats are running on the notion that things aren't as bad as they used to be and the Republicans have decided that society is collapsing because of subsidized spending.

Rap News: WikiLeaks vs The Pentagon — Exclusive

Rap News: WikiLeaks vs The Pentagon — Exclusive


Check out this exclusive footage obtained from TheJuiceMedia Rap News. This music video is about the Pentagons ultimatum to stop WikiLeaks from releasing several military documents. The rap battles back and forth on behalf of WikiLeaks to release the info and the Pentagon telling them not to, take a look!

Last Hiroshima bomber: "I'd do it again"

Last Hiroshima bomber: "I'd do it again"

Today marks the 65th anniversary of the US bombing of Hiroshima. It was not only a turning point in World War II, but also a turning point in history as the world was introduced to the atomic bomb for the first time. RT sat down for an exclusive interview with Theodore Van Kirk, the last surviving member of the Enola Gay, the American bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima.

The 3 Minute Download: Ashley Byrne, George Hemminger and Ray McGovern

Tonight on The 3 Minute Download, a donkey was sent flying when she was strapped to a parasailing harness and flown over a southern Russian beach last month, she has been sent to Moscow for rehabilitation and will live out her days in peace. Plus, police raided the Rawsome Foods organic grocery store with guns drawn in search of "raw-foods". Finally, the group Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity has sent a memo to US President Obama warning him that Israel may attack Iran as early as this month.

Free healthcare for all!

Millions of Americans are uninsured and waiting for the benefits of the healthcare bill to kick in. Uninsured Americans flock to free clinic for healthcare. Thousands of DC residents converged on the Washington Convention Center for a free healthcare clinic. The National Association for Free Clinics held the event in DC in hopes of reaching out to the 57,000 uninsured Americans in the beltway area. The Center for Disease Control estimates nearly 50 million Americans are uninsured. DC residents attending the free clinic voiced their frustration with the current state of the country's healthcare system.

Chossudovsky: 'Impossible to attack Iran'

A group of former FBI and CIA officials have sent a memo to US President Barack Obama stating that Israel will bomb Iran later this month. Michel Chossudovsky says that it would be impossible for Israel to launch an attack on Iran without the US and NATO's green light.