The Ultimate 9/11 'Truth' Showdown: David Ray Griffin vs. Matt Taibbi

The two writers lock horns over the accuracy of Griffin's recent book, 9/11 Contradictions.

Paul Newman's Politics

Unrepentant liberal, Newman was dedicated to civil rights, women's rights, gay rights, and was determined to elect opponents of war and militarism.

The Wild Stuff that Makes Its Way Around the Internet

You won't see this stuff in the mainstream media.

The Wild Stuff that Makes Its Way Around the Internet

You won't see this stuff in the mainstream media.

Dear Journalists, Don't Be Suckers About This Bailout

A veteran economic reporter warns, "Don't assume that Congress must act instantly."

September 21st Indybay Orientation

On Sunday September 21st, Indybay will have an orientation in Oakland for those interested in learning about the site and getting involved in media production and editorial work. The orientation will be at 4pm at 570 14th St Suite #3.

Poll: Biden Better Prepared

    Washington - John McCain and Barack Obama head into the fall campaign

neck and neck, despite questions in many voters' minds about whether
McCain's running mate is as qualified as Obama's, according to a new
Ipsos/McClatchy poll.
    The national poll finds Republican McCain with the support of 46 percent
of registered voters and Democrat Obama with 45 percent. The survey has
an error margin of plus or minus 3.3 percentage points.

Pre-Emptive Strikes Against Protest at RNC

    In the months leading up to the Republican National Convention, the FBI-led
Minneapolis Joint Terrorist Task Force actively recruited people to infiltrate
vegan groups and other leftist organizations and report back about their activities.
On May 21, the Minneapolis City Pages ran a recruiting story called "Moles
Wanted." Law enforcement sought to pre-empt lawful protest against the
policies of the Bush administration during the convention.read more

Watch Rachel Maddow's Debut Show Launch on MSNBC Tonight: She Fights Lies Uttered by Politicians, Repeated by Media

Maddow will show that smart, provocative, truth-telling journalism and commentary has a potential massive audience on cable TV.

How the Media's Tarring of Hillary Hurt Obama Too

From the primaries to the convention, the media have become experts at inventing a storyline and skewing facts to support it.