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Articles by John Lasker

Seroquel or Suicide? Parents of Dead Soldiers Say US Military Needs to Come Clean

John Lasker February 23, 2012 John Lasker

The suicide trend among American troops and veterans is repeating itself. But are the reasons behind today’s military suicides different than what happened after the US left Vietnam?

The Dark Side of Black Friday: Low-Wage Workers Fight for Rights at Target and Walmart

John Lasker November 22, 2011 John Lasker

After a decade of gradually taking the Thanksgiving holiday away from the lowest-paid employees, a backlash is finally rising against the American retail industry.

At protest against base on Jeju Island

US Seeks to Establish Naval Base on Jeju Island in Spite of Protests

John Lasker October 18, 2011 John Lasker

On beautiful Jeju Island, south of the Korean peninsula, the South Korean Navy is building a base with US support that will soon harbor some of the world’s most advanced weapons.

Morganne McBeth

Violence in the US Military: Family Searches for Truth Regarding Daughter’s Death

John Lasker October 5, 2011 John Lasker

US military paramedic Morganne McBeth was stabbed to death in July 2010. Her family continues the search for truth regarding her death.

Lavena Johnson

Sexual Violence Against Women in the US Military: The Search for Truth and Justice

John Lasker July 14, 2011 John Lasker

An investigation into the alleged suicide of US Army Private Lavena Johnson points to a larger story of sexual violence against women in the military.

Colombian paramilitary group funded by Chiquita

From Chiquita to Nike: Labor Activists Drive Corporations Bananas

John Lasker May 19, 2011 John Lasker

From sweatshops to corporations funding paramilitaries, the businesses that supply the US market often violate human rights and law across the globe. At the same time, workers and workers’ advocacy organizations are fighting back in new and creative ways.

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