Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns, flees country after weeks of student-led protests and violent unrest. Hezbollah strikes military targets in Israel, Iranian foreign minister says Iran does not want regional war, but Israel must be punished. … Continued


Background Briefing

Background Briefing – August 5, 2024

Governor Tim Walz May be Kamala Harris’ Pick For VP We begin with the latest speculation that Kamala Harris’s pick for Vice President will be Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, since the favorite candidate, Governor Josh Shapiro, may be disqualified because he worked for the Israel embassy in Washington in 1996. Given the dissatisfaction among young … Continued


The Ralph Nader Radio Hour

Trauma in Gaza

Ralph welcomes Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, an American trauma surgeon who worked at the European Hospital in Khan Younis. He discusses his experience on the ground in Gaza, as well as his letter (co-signed by 45 other American medical practitioners) to President Biden, Vice President Harris, and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. Then, Ralph is joined … Continued