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European Elections 2014: New Developments or Back to Business as Usual?
The far right is taking advantage of growing resentment across Europe towards the “New Rome,” and citizens' lost faith in mainstream parties' ability or willingness to secure a better …
Rich Getting Richer as the Poor Crawl Slowly Out of Poverty
After winning the inequality championship for so long, Latin America could become a trendsetter when it comes to equality. Other changes will show whether it is just a passing …
Daniel Ellsberg: United States Nearly Used Nukes During Vietnam War
At the annual meeting of Stanford's anti-Vietnam War group, Daniel Ellsberg emphasized the continued relevance of that war's distorted cultural memory.
Seattle Wins $15 Minimum Wage – Will Your Town Be Next?
Activists built support for the ordinance by demonstrating that it would reduce poverty in the city.
Econocide Over-the-Rhine
When disposing of the urban poor form the objective of overall urban policy, econocide is not some unfortunate byproduct of gentrification, but the game plan. Gentrification is really institutionalized …
The Ukraine: Not Too late for Cooperation, Not Confrontation.
Whether or not President Poroshenko makes an early visit to Moscow, his election could bring a resolution of the Ukraine crisis, provided he has the full backing of the …
It is Time for Obama to Act
On Tuesday May 27th, 2014, the White House asked Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson to delay the review of the administration's draconian deportation policy.
China Trades Up in Latin America
China is taking advantage of its growing trade surplus in Latin America to rally support for its positions at the United Nations.
What Will Privatizing Evictions Do to People in Illinois?
A new Illinois bill allows property owners to turn to “third parties” to enforce eviction notices if the sheriff fails to do so.
Ninety-Two Year Old Woman Loses Right to Vote Due to Expired Drivers License in Alabama
Polling place Photo ID voter suppression laws work. Alabama has proved that once again over the past 24 hours.