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Declaring Internet Freedom for All
Now, the coalition of activists and groups that led the fight against SOPA and PIPA have issued a Declaration of Internet Freedom, and after only a few days of …
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The Jury Is Still Out on Chief Justice Roberts
Last week, in a (5-4) decision, the US Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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Pure Spite for Poor People
So far, conservative darlings like Scott Walker of Wisconsin and Rick Scott of Florida have been very clear where they stand. They are willing to turn down oodles of …
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Mexico’s Election: It’s the Economy Stupid
If ever there were an election pre-ordained as a result of a countryu2019s economic performance, it would be that of Mexico.
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A Beacon of Hope in Chicago: A New Era for Worker Ownership
The Chicago workersu2019 effort is important, not only on its own terms, but as a beacon of hope and an opportunity for many others to learn about a direction …
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Economics for the 99%
The ongoing economic crisis that exploded in 2008 left many people wondering how something like this could happen. A new booklet provides answers for activists and the public at …
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Why Don’t Americans Take More Vacations? Blame It on Independence Day
Big business has managed to wrap itself in the flag and inculcate hostility to unions.
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The Founders’ True Spirit
How appropriate that July 4 this year coincides with a moment when the Supreme Court's health care decision has prompted a vigorous constitutional debate.
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Remembering the Violence and Elitism Behind US Independence
It's possible that the space of 236 years and a truckload of fireworks are obscuring our view of the fact that we've become the redcoats.
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William Rivers Pitt | The Dawn’s Early Light’
All those pretty lights in the sky, however, will do nothing to obscure the brutal truths facing America. As we celebrate the anniversary of freedom, we become more and …