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Oregon’s Budget Deficit Presents a Provocative Choice
$1.8 billion deficit could force drastic cuts unless the legislature agrees to raise taxes. But it will be an uphill battle.
From Holland to Finland to Scotland, Basic Income Could Be a Reality Across Europe
A universal basic income is emerging as a realistic policy position across Europe.
The Next Assault on Marriage Equality Has Begun
The Texas Supreme Court has agreed to take on a case that appears designed to chip away at same-gender marriage rights in Texas.
Many Household Products Contain Antimicrobial Chemicals Banned From Soaps by the FDA
We need to know what chemicals are in products.
Investigation: Coca-Cola and the “Fight Back” Against Plans to Tackle Plastic Waste
A leaked document from Coca-Cola shows that it wanted to “fight back” against EU moves to introduce plastic bottle deposit return schemes.
How to Cut Infrastructure Costs in Half
Americans could save $1 trillion over 10 years by financing infrastructure through publicly-owned banks.
The Goldman Sachs Effect: How a Bank Conquered Washington
Sharks smell blood in the water and go in for the kill. In the waters of the Trump-Goldman era, don't doubt that the blood will be our own.
After Temporary Injunction, Fate of Some Detained Immigrants at US Airports Remains Unclear
Some CBP agents are still not complying with a temporary injunction against Trump's Muslim ban.
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Refugee Chaos: Trump Has “Turned the Rules Upside Down“
Trump's order has shattered the plans of refugee families who have waited two decades to settle in the US.
Trade Deal Proponents Double Down in Defense of Harmful Policy
Contrary to the folk wisdom of the elites, we have selective protectionism, not free trade.