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Ecovillage Survives as a Haven for Deep Ecology in Mexico’s Central Mountains
They cling tenaciously against the unrelenting war that the far more successful liberation of global capital has waged on them.
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Egypt’s Terror Law Violates Fundamental Freedoms
Egyptian authorities are already holding a record number of journalists behind bars.
Pork Industry Admits Using Muscle Stimulant Ractopamine
Many farms use a variety of feed additives to boost profits.
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After Centuries of Colonial Violence, a Resurgence of Indigenous Language Learning
There is renewed struggle by many Indigenous people to keep their native languages alive.
On Rooftops of Paris, Expect Green Roofs and Solar Panels
A new French law requires renewable energy or plants on all new commercial buildings.
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UN Agency Pledges to Open Schools for Half a Million Palestinian Refugees
The UN's agency for Palestinian refugees announced it would open schools on time.
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Not Just Trump and Walker: ALEC Called for Ending Birthright Citizenship Too
The American Legislative Exchange Council made the same claim regarding birthright citizenship in 2008.
Private Prison Firms Buy Access to Public Officials at Lavish Industry Conferences
Private corrections companies are spending millions of dollars on free massages and luxury events to influence government officials.
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Red Cross CEO Tried to Kill Government Investigation
Despite vows of transparency, CEO Gail McGovern lobbied to spike an inquiry by the Government Accountability Office.
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Visions From the Inside: Detained Immigrant Women Speak Out in Letters and Pictures
Nothing paints a more accurate picture of the Karnes immigrant detention center than the words of the women imprisoned inside.