David Graeber writes about slavery, violence and the history of debt.

Joshua F Leach presents the case for a humanitarian solution for Afghanistan, where warlordism and oppression can be tackled if the international community supports liberal, pro-democracy groups and individuals like Rawa and Malalai Joya.

Arne Ruth on ignoring the Holocaust in Sweden and Switzerland.

A tale of the book in Iran by Azar Mahloujian.

Ophelia Benson on oppression of women under religious regimes.

Ola Larsmo on freedom of speech in Sweden.