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The Hope of a “Blue Wave” Is Dangerous to Democracy
The best way to discourage voting—and thwart democracy—is to predict a big win for any party.
Unwieldy Health Costs Often Stand Between Teachers and Fatter Paychecks
Many teachers have traditionally accepted a trade-off of low salaries for generous benefits.
Scott Pruitt Is an Ethics Nightmare, But So Is Ryan Zinke
Trump's Secretary of the Interior is no stranger to corruption and sleaze.
Migrant Children Sent to Shelters With Histories of Abuse Allegations
Taxpayers have paid more than $1.5 billion to companies operating shelters accused of serious lapses in care.
Is Amazon the US’s Most Anti-Worker Company?
The company seeks out “union avoidance” consultants and staff with a knowledge of anti-union tactics.
Capitalism, Politics and Immigration: A Tale of Profitable Suffering
The capitalist drive for profit at the cost of human life and dignity must be cast aside.
Trump Has Called for Pentagon to Make Beds Available for 20,000 Children at US Military Bases
The Defense Department will deploy military lawyers to the southern border to prosecute immigrants.
If You’ve Got Hepatitis C, Spitting Can Be a Felony
These laws aren't effective in stopping the spread of disease.
The Poor People’s Campaign Goes to Congress
Some politicians are finding ways to lift up the voices of struggling Americans without stealing the limelight.
Workplace Deaths Are Rising. Trump-Era Budget Cuts Could Make It Worse.
Trump’s budget proposal last year called for a 21 percent cut in Department of Labor spending.