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Privatization of Medicare: Urgency of the Latest Threat
This is a dangerous time for Medicare.
In Iran Talks, Most Contentious Issue Is Lifting Sanctions
A source in contact with negotiators says the core issue in nuclear talks remains how and when sanctions will be lifted.
Secretive NRA-Launched Group Targets State Races
Secretive group destroys candidates' chances, leaves few fingerprints
How Evo Morales’ Third Term Will Challenge Bolivia’s Social Movements
The strategy of “defeating” the political right will be put to the test.
Wisconsin Lobbying Group Spends $600,000 to Demote Chief Justice
Wisconsin's premier lobby for corporate tax breaks and low wage jobs, has unleashed a $600,000 ad blitz to strip Wisconsin's independent Chief Justice of her title.
The Native American Genocide and the Teaching of US History
In many US classrooms, the United States is left out of the list of countries where genocide has occurred.
The Great Game in Afghanistan: The US Is Losing Out
A new chapter could unfold in war-torn Afghanistan in which the Chinese role would only grow, while the US role declines.
Executive Action Leaves Many Undocumented Immigrants in State of Apprehension and Uncertainty
While some are relieved and excited about the Obama administration's immigration executive action, many fear the policy is temporary.
Fatal Construction Accident Shows Higher Risks Faced by Latino Workers
Three men were killed and one left in serious condition after a construction accident in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Rounding Us Up and Exposing Us All to Cancer
Cancer is only one of many health consequences of the growing scourge of herbicides, pesticides and GMOs.