We’re Still at War: Photo of the Day for February 11, 2013

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Autocratic forces are ascendant in America. But truth-telling independent media is one remaining bulwark against the unrestrained exercise of power. At a time when billionaire owners of corporate media are making accommodations to political leaders, our nonprofit newsroom cannot be bought or broken. Please stand with us.

Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, fly F/A-18C Hornets over Key West, Fla., Jan. 24, 2013. The “Red Devils” of VMFA-232 conducted air-to-air training including offensive sweeps and air defense missions to retain skills used during deployment. U.S. Marine Corps photo by 1st Lt. Scott Murdock.