Republicans appear to have caved in and allowed the US government to resume operations.

The ability of Democrats to face them down is potentially good. Now all we need is to elect Democrats that stand for most people's interests and freedom, unlike Obama.

10 reasons not to trust claims national security is threatened by leaks.

Besides, we can't trust anything they say. We know they are ready to lie whenever it suits them.

The corruption of the UK government by banks is being extended to Chinese banks.

The UK needs to recover its sovereignty from these banks, which would include abolishing the City of London which serves as their political instrument.

Obama has given weapons manufacturers a big gift by eliminating limits on arms exports.

The EFF is suing to uncover hidden government use of telephone metadata surveillance which was concealed when people were put on trial.