New Today -- 28 August 2017

Perspective

Capitalism and the Houston flood catastrophe

Twelve years after Hurricane Katrina, a major hurricane has once against exposed the brutal reality of class relations in the United States.

News & Analysis

Trump pardons former Arizona Sheriff: A green light for anti-immigrant violence and repression

The pardoning of former sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was found guilty of illegally detaining immigrants, is intended to encourage fascistic elements such as those who rioted in Charlottesville.

Anger at war, government complicity with terrorism erupts at Barcelona march

Terrorists' visit to France points to state foreknowledge of Barcelona attack

Muted US response to North Korean short-range missile launches

Ford workers speak out against sexual harassment, UAW corruption

Medicaid sees big price hikes for decades-old drugs

Germany: SPD chancellor candidate Schulz attacks Merkel from the right

Conservative government review of UK "gig economy"a whitewash for the corporations

Growing concerns in Bangladesh over India-China tensions

Centenary of the Russian Revolution

August 28 September 3: Surge in support for the Bolsheviks

Why Study the Russian Revolution?

Commentary

Why is the media promoting Antifa?

Central bankers at Jackson Hole conference: What was not said and why

Arts

Interview with rapper El Nino about "Grenfell Tower's Burning": "We had to watch that, so why shouldn't they have to listen to us?"