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Battle to Oppose Water Privatization Returns Greece to Front Lines of EU Crisis
The EU has remained steadfast in their attempt to push for Greek water privatization — despite citizens' opposition.
Civil Rights Complaint Details Horrific Discrimination Against Native Students
The complaint notes Native children are excessively disciplined and bullied by staff and students.
Ten Ways Your Tax Dollars Pay for War — Past, Present and Future
There are hundreds of billions of dollars in “defense” spending that aren't even counted in the Pentagon budget.
Four Charts That Show Who Loses Out if the White House Cuts Food Stamps
The White House has proposed cutting 25 percent of SNAP's budget over the next decade.
What Is Behind the Renegotiation of NAFTA? Trumpism and the New Global Economy
Breaking down barriers to digital trade and labor regulations are the real reasons for Trump's NAFTA renegotiation.
It’s (Loan) Shark Week: Families Are Biting Back
It's “Shark Week,” but the most dangerous predators this year aren't on TV or at the beaches.
The Biotech Industry Is Taking Over the Regulation of GMOs From the Inside
Packing a regulatory agency with conflicted individuals is one way to ensure speedy GMO approvals.
Sewage Sludge Is Endangering Our Food Supply
Each year, millions of tons of sewage sludge is disposed of on fields in the United States.
Ohio Politician Pushes “Let Them Die” Proposal in Response to Opioid Overdoses
The shocking proposal of one Ohio politician to withhold treatment from people overdosing on opioids is part of a larger picture of failure.
Democrats and Devos: Partners in the Illusion of School Choice?
The US has refused to realize the 1954 mandate of “Brown v. Board” to address deep-seated education inequity.