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Spitting in the Face of the Poor

Former Congressman Newt Gingrich of Georgia, speaking at CPAC 2011 in Washington, DC. (Photo: Gage Skidmore)

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The right wing is playing its usual part. Race-bait and attack the poor to justify cutting taxes for the rich. Push laws that disenfranchise young voters. Crack down on health services for women who can’t otherwise afford care. Blame teachers and unions for systemic failures in education. Turn a blind eye to the slow-moving tidal wave sweeping Americans out of their homes and into poverty.

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