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Water Privatization: Coming to a Century Old System Near You?
The Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 has become law, despite containing highly controversial provisions, in particular, water privatization.
Henry A. Giroux | Protesting Youth in the Age of Neoliberal Cruelty
The possibility for alliances, unity, and comprehensive understanding of politics among the youth of the world is greater than ever before.
Obama on the Brink: War or Peace?
With the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria taking control of vast areas of Iraq, President Obama can elect to prosecute an illegal war - or try something completely …
Beyond Drones and Stop-and-Frisk
NYPD Police Commissioner Bill Bratton seems incapable of emerging from the broken windows mindset which depends on destroying the dignity of poor people of color.
Everything We Know About What Data Brokers Know About You
The companies that sell information about how much money you make - and whether you're pregnant, divorced, or trying to lose weight - are facing new scrutiny.
A World Cup for Corporations
The countryu2019s rage over the astronomical amount of money that is being pocketed by corporations has inspired thousands to organize themselves in the streets.
Dahr Jamail | Atmospheric CO2 Crosses “Ominous Threshold“
Despite the widespread governmental denial of anthropogenic climate disruption, many signs indicate we are already past the point of no return, headed toward a “dead planet.”
Obama’s Syrian Policy Vetoed by Assad Election Victory
The results of the election weren't a surprise to anyone familiar with Syrian domestic politics.
Dead Economic Dogmas Trump Recovery: The Continuing Crisis in the Eurozone Periphery
In the EU, policymakers have raised hypocrisy to an even higher level.
No Solution to Record Number of Homeless Families in San Francisco
Homelessness in San Francisco has reached record highs, but the city provides multimillion-dollar tax breaks to companies like Twitter as it deems permanent supportive housing for the homeless too …