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How a Small Town Won an Unlikely Victory Against Big Oil
A port commission vote against a proposed $1.2 billion oil refinery in a Washington town proves that the people still have a voice.
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Sexual Violence a Crime Against Humanity, Guatemalan Court Rules in Historic Verdict
A Guatemalan court declared former members of the military guilty of crimes against humanity.
Dahr Jamail | UN Warns of Decline of Food Production Amidst Bee Die-Off
Global bee populations are in decline due to climate change, pesticides and habitat loss, according to a UN report.
Teachers Who Staged “Sick-Outs” Declare Victory Against Detroit Schools’ Emergency Manager
Some union members worry the work is not done until local control is returned to Detroit's schools.
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DuPont Rakes in Federal Dollars Despite History of Hazards
DuPont is part of a corporate coalition trying to block rules that would ensure federal contractors abide by health, safety and labor laws.
2015: A Record-Breaking Year for Renewables Investment
A record $367 billion was invested in renewable energy around the world last year.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Ocean Warming Hurts Humans and Marine Life, and More
Warmer waters put marine species and humans at higher risk of disease.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: We Can Pay for Social Programs by Eliminating Corporate Welfare, and More
Using our tax dollars to pay for the things our country needs is not giving away “free stuff.”
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Dahr Jamail | Climate Disruption’s New Record: Carbon Dioxide Levels Reach Highest Point in 15 Million Years
Global temperatures keep rising and ice melt in the Arctic continues apace as January global warmth broke all-time records.
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Chiapas Communities Organize to Protect Sacred Lagoon From Tourist Highway
Communities along the proposed highway route formed a united movement opposing the project.