Thomas Ruskin, former NYPD detective investigator, joins Salon to discuss the state of terrorism since 9/11

Marco Rubio must be made to suffer for *wearing girly boots* — at least if you listen to the other GOP candidates

When it comes to American POWs brutalized by U.S. enemies, the Bush White House -- with some help from the Supreme Court today -- is glad to settle for nothing.

Is the U.S. above the Geneva Conventions? The debate over McCain's anti-torture bill is a sad moment for a country that once stood for human rights.

Capable Iraqis training for special operations roll over sharp gravel and run in the scorching heat. But they are terrified of the U.S. military's leaving.

The feminized men of "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" and "Queer as Folk" do not represent the maturing gay male culture. The truth is much hairier

"At the heart of [Trump's] statement is a lack of respect for those who have served," Graham tweeted in 2015

Americans are debating whether torture should be used against terrorists. But the case of Israel shows that brutality in the name of morality doesn't pay.

The MIT professor says the recent deal between Iran and the U.S. doesn't change the balance of power

Like graphic novels, manga or superhero tales? New books by Lynda Barry, Jessica Abel and Matt Madden may inspire you to turn your stories and doodles into real cartoons.

Jack bags the bad guys and the bombs early, leaving a few extra hours to sacrifice national security for his lady love. Quick, somebody turn back the clock!

The French military's use of torture in Algeria is often cited as a success story. But the real story is more complex. Second of two parts.

Buried in the "Panetta Review" is proof that the CIA repeatedly lied to the top levels of government. Here's why

Having a job I like means I can feel OK without creating novels!

Kim Jong Un, or "Little Rocket Man," is not the only dictator or authoritarian Trump has shown an affinity for