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The Dark Money Is on a Contested Convention and Paul Ryan
Ryan simply puts a smiling face on the same extremist policies the Kochs and their allies have been pushing all along.
Texas Prison System Unveils New Censorship Policy
Supporters of prisoners often use social media to raise attention about prison conditions and the appeal campaigns of individuals.
Obama’s Victory Dance in Argentina
While Argentina's president limits press freedoms, President Obama offers praise, seeking to spread US influence abroad.
The US Is in the Midst of an Eviction Crisis
San Francisco is infamous for Ellis Act evictions that force tenants out of a building and allow the landlord to go out of business.
Taking on Predatory Payday Lenders in Florida
These payday lenders prey on people who do not have a bank account or can't otherwise get a loan.
Cancun Residents Halt Developers to Protect and Revive Beloved Mangrove
The residents of Cancun moved to protect what was left of their forest after bulldozers destroyed it.
As in Libya, Avaaz Campaigned for Syria No-Fly Zone That Even Top Generals Opposed
The New York City-based Avaaz is easily the most influential Internet-based advocacy organization.
Monsanto’s Evil Twin: Disturbing Facts About the Fertilizer Industry
What do you know about the worldwide chemical fertilizer industry? If you're like most people, not much.
Is Hillary Clinton “Qualified?“
Hillary Clinton's backers tout her resume while ignoring her many failures.
How Not to Audit the Pentagon: The Military Waste Machine Is Running Full Speed Ahead
Without a concerted campaign of public pressure, the Pentagon's runaway budget will never be reined in.