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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Detroit Will Now Be Ruled By an Unelected Dictator, and More
In today's On the News segment: Detroit is the only major city in the United States that will now be ruled by an unelected dictator; Obama wants to make …
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Right to a Lawyer Can Be an Empty Promise for the Poor
The United States ranks 66th out of 98 countries in access to and affordability of civil legal services.
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Home Is Where the Fight Is
Families that fall victim to foreclosures in the wake of the economic recession fight back with the support of community activists.
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Florida Legislature Pushing ALEC, CSG Sham Fracking Chemical Disclosure Model Bill
A unanimous ruling from the Florida House or Representatives demands full chemical disclosure from companies.
Middle East in Turmoil 10 Years After Iraq Invasion That Officials Said Would Bring Peace
The role of US intervention in that turmoil remains an open question.
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Progressive Lawmakers Unveil Alternative Budget: Tax the Rich, Cut the Pentagon
The Congressional Progressive Caucus unveiled a federal budget proposal March 13 that would stimulate employment, raise taxes on the wealthy, cut the Pentagon budget and reduce the budget deficit.
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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Obama Administration Wants to Hand Over Access to Your Financial Records to Law Enforcement Agencies, and More
The Obama Administration wants to hand over access to your financial records to the CIA, NSA, and other law enforcement agencies.
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Maple Spring Part Deux?
Thousands of people gathered in downtown Montreal to once again protest tuition increases.
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From Tabloids to Tablets: News Corp Spends Big on LA School Board Race, Sets Sights on Public Education “Market“
A subsidiary of Rupert Murdoch's News Corp recently spent $250,000 in the LA school board race, investing in the future of
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Corporate Giant Century Aluminum Holds West Virginia Retirees Hostage in Exchange for Cheap Power
The retirees have set up a cemetery for those who have passed away since Century took their benefits.