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Greed, Fear and Other Roadblocks to Health Care Reform
These barriers to reform can and are being exploited by those with a financial or ideological interest in maintaining the status quo.
John Pilger: Venezuela’s Struggle Against “a Common Enemy“
The US is staging a coup in Venezuela because that country is resistant to US pressure, says author John Pilger.
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Dahr Jamail | Addressing Population Growth – Through Freedom, Not Control – Is Crucial to Confronting Climate Disruption
Population-related problems, which exacerbate climate disruption, stem from overuse of resources in the West.
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Without Social Security, Income Inequality Would Be Even Worse for Seniors
“Social Security Works!” argues that expanding, rather than cutting, Social Security will benefit individual people and the US as a whole.
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Your Turn: Aging in America
Is the US in a good position to care for all these people?
Congress’ Social Security “Reform” Means Cuts
Congress needs to be constantly reminded: Quit messing with Social Security.
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Framing the News
Brian Williams' transgressions from reality has opened a dark, gaping hole piercing the veil of credibility in which much of the media has unduly shrouded themselves for years.
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King Coal Catches Black Lung
Companies large and small are hurtling toward bankruptcy.
The Junk Science and Bad Faith Behind Colorado’s IUD Controversy
Opposition to IUDs, like opposition to vaccines, is putting American families at risk.
The Endless Tragedy of Vietnam
For the US government, old lies die hard.