What's Left 2016-09-18 Volume 74

Catastrophic wilderness destruction, massive bird population decline, and record low Arctic ice coverage – Everything is not alright; Alberta announces $15 minimum wage; Trudeau Liberals continue to ignore Human Rights Tribunal and fail First Nations; Chief of Statistics Canada resigns in protest; Someone is learning how to take down the internet; New EU rules would provide free wi-fi across Europe; Book Review: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead; Left Noise This Week

Book Review: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead

Book Review: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead

It came as a surprise, in August, when Colson Whitehead's latest book was chosen as Oprah's book club selection. The book was immediately released one month ahead of time, and instantly became the topic of discussion in the literary world. The Underground Railroad tells the story of Cora, a young woman born into slavery in Georgia, who will try to escape by travelling on an underground train.

What's Left 2016-09-11 Volume 73

Digital Democracy is not easy, but UK Labour under Corbyn has a plan; Edward Snowden Financial Times Interview; Decline in union membership means lower wages for everyone ; Arrest warrant issued for Amy Goodman from Democracy Now! radio show; Prisoners across the US are on strike against forced labour; LEFT NOISE