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Beyond Celebrity Politics and Capitalism: From Justin Trudeau to Bernie Sanders, and More
“We need to question the celebrity relationship with politicians that has colonized the whole political spectrum,” says Naomi Klein.
How the Koch-Backed Effort to Privatize the Veterans Health Administration Jeopardizes Everyone’s Health Care Future
The GOP plan to privatize veterans' health care could jeopardize the larger fight for universal health care.
Talent Market: The Libertarian Headhunting Firm Serving the Koch Network and the Bradley Foundation
Talent Market has helped place over 270 leaders at more than 160 right-wing organizations nationwide.
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Lawyer Who Says Palestinians Don’t Exist Sues San Francisco University
Israel lobby group's lawsuit is another effort to censor Palestine activism.
Why Young People Need Diverse Books
All children need to see inspiring, courageous characters — who look like them — in literature.
It’s a Fairy Tale to Call the US the World’s Peacekeeper
Once new weapons are in hand, the desire to try them out “in reality” is almost irresistible, says author John Dower.
Optimism in the Face of Crisis: How the Left Will Win
By taking away even the hope of social mobility from the middle and lower classes, the oligarchs are tempting revolution.
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The Supreme Court’s “Muslim Ban” Decision Is Terrifying
If the “war on terror” has taught us one thing, it's that harsh laws targeting non-citizens will eventually be extended to citizens, too.
How Union-Busting Bosses Propel the Right Wing to Power
US bosses fight unions with a ferocity that is unmatched in the so-called free world.
Meet the Activists With a Plan to Make Climate Change Matter in Elections
Sunrise Movement plans to shake up the 2018 midterm elections and make 2020 the first presidential election about climate change.