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Congress Must Act to Safe Lives: Reauthorize VAWA
Domestic violence is one of the most common forms of violence endured by women. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that one-fourth of U.S women will endure …
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Desperate for Fuel, Syrians Chop Down National Forest
As the Syrian uprising continues and civilians become desperate for a way to stay warm during the winter, massive deforestation has become the solution.
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Fix the Debt and a Wall Street Sales Tax
Why don't taxes figure more prominently on the Debt Fixers agenda?
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The GOP Plan to Flush Your State’s Economy Down the Toilet
The GOP has plans for a comeback. But it may cost you a lot.
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What is the State of OUR Union – Yours and Mine?
If history's any guide, the President will say the union is special, blessed by God, and strong, and there will be applause - no matter that it could not …
The Shooting Gallery: Obama and the Vanishing Point of Democracy
A White Paper reveals dark caverns of a society that has embraced the foundations of authoritarianism.
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Billionaire Banker Bandit Likely to Become Next Commerce Secretary
Greg Palast: No longer will criminal bankers have to lobby the administration.
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The Imperial Poisoning of the Salton Sea
I visited Salton Sea on January 13, 2013. It was sunny and modestly cool day. The few birds wading in the lake added color and beauty to the naked …
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Stranger Than Nonfiction: Author Andrew Lam Busts the Online Homework Racket
“Dear Mr. Lam. I loved your essay, ‘The Palmist,’ but I can’t figure out what the main theme is. Is it dying and being all alone? My teacher suggests …
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Drones and Our National Religion
The national religion of the United States of America is nationalism. Its god is the flag. Its prayer is the pledge of allegiance. The flag's powers …