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The Road to Ruin: Can We Afford the Anti-Tax Movement?
Privatizing infrastructure improvements depends on public money - and a lot of it, points out Ellen Dannin.
Cornealious “Mike” Anderson and Mandatory Sentences
Considering the decimation of families and communities brought about by mass incarceration, what is the societal value of locking up people for such amounts of time?
The Three Faces of Drone War: Speaking Truth From the Robotic Heavens
Some people who have been involved in drone assassination campaigns in distant parts of the world, using the fruits of the NSA's electronic surveillance, are hoping to draw attention …
Censorship Is The Norm – An Analysis by Lawrence Davidson and Janet Amighi
Washington, and more local American governments as well, often censor citizens.
Reproductive Justice and Women’s Equality: There is Some Good News!
In spite of the continuing onslaught against reproductive justice and women's equality, legislators in 17 states introduced 64 measures to expand reproductive options during the first quarter of 2014, …
Report: The Big Money in Tax Breaks Continues
In 2013, the cost of tax breaks was equal to the entire US discretionary budget.
Wisconsin Federal Court Decision Could Mark Beginning of End for GOP Photo ID Restrictions
This week's federal court decision to strike down Wisconsin's polling place Photo ID law has national significance and does not bode well for Republicans.
The Rise of the Gig Economy
Growing numbers of Americans no longer hold a regular “job” with a long-term connection to a particular business.
Fix Schools First, Say Charter Teachers
Charter school teachers in Philadelphia are speaking out against their employer taking over another school while ignoring teachers at existing schools.
Public Outcry on Net Neutrality Rules Puts Pressure on FCC
Commissioners on an FCC panel which could determine the future of the Internet are feeling the heat this week as protest intensifies against a new set of Open Internet …