Truthout
Op-Ed
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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 …
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A New Policy in Britain, but Beware of Crony Keynesianism
oreover, as far as I can tell, none of the people responsible for that wrong turn has paid any price, not even in reputation; theyu2019re still regarded as Very …
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Feeling the Heat
Still don't believe in climate change? Then you're either deep in denial or delirious from the heat.
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We Just Don’t Get it — Education Is All About the Teachers
As I often peruse articles on education, I am forever baffled by the lack of meaningful ideas about the direction it should take. The only plans seem to revolve …
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How a Brutal Strain of American Aristocrats Have Come to Rule America
The worldview of the old Southern aristocracy can now be found nationwide.
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The Aftermath of Occupy Will Surpass the Gains of 1960s Activism
Every year, a fresh batch of grads leaves college to face poor job prospects. Many will become protesters and fuel the growing movement for economic justice.
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Eight Ways America Is Headed Back to the Robber-Baron Era
Over the past 40 years, corporations and politicians have rolled back many of the gains made by working and middle-class people.
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More Than a Victory: Health Care Ruling Was a Mandate For Us to Act
The Supreme Court's ruling on the Affordable Care Act is a mandate to continue fighting for true universal healthcare.
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Chris Hedges | A Lesson from Crazy Horse
Chris Hedges: Time to Get Crazy