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How Private Prisons Game the Immigration System
New immigration reform could affect the pockets of private prisons who have made a living from imprisoning illegal immigrants.
“Racial Entitlements?” Long-Term Effort to End Voting Rights Act and Affirmative Action May Finally Pay Off
A new “color-blind” ideology threatens to undo the work of the Civil Rights Movement by revoking the Voting Rights Act.
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ALEC Sham Chemical Disclosure Model Tucked Into Illinois Fracking Bill
ALEC continues to corrupt American land by spreading its pro-fracking legislation around the nation.
Obama Wades Deeper Into Syria’s Morass
Despite the call for non violent action, President Obama will continue his military intervention in Syria, disenfranchising millions.
Sky Not Falling After Venezuela Devalues Its Currency
Much of what passes for analysis in the press is based on wrong numbers and flawed logic.
After Revealing Atrocities of Asymmetrical Warfare, Manning Will Face Asymmetrical Trial
The war against Bradley Manning is a war against us all.
Where Is Everybody?: Why It’s So Tough to Get Your Head Around Climate Change
Two Sundays ago, I traveled to the nation’s capital to attend what was billed as “the largest climate rally in history” and I haven’t been able to get the experience — …
The Sequester Is President Obama’s Fault
The GOP shares blame, but Obama didn't have to play their deficit reduction games.
Why Do Senators Boxer and Wyden Want to Bomb Iran?
Lobbyists are swarming the US Senate seeking support for a bill that would make war with Iran more likely.
Why Immigration Is a Top Priority for US Labor
Immigrants' rights are workers' rights.