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Double Standards on Civilian Deaths
In the war fever being ramped up against Syria, there is broad public indignation over the massacre of more than 100 civilians in the town of Houla last weekend. …
Don’t Thank Me for My Service
Now, that is not something for which a person should be proud nor thanked. In fact, it is regrettable, and for me a source of guilt and shame, something …
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The Job Stall
However you look at the jobs report, it's a stunning reminder of how anemic the recovery has been u2013 and how perilously close the nation is to falling into …
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Spotlight G20: Will Mexico Lead Action on Biofuels, Food Crisis?
Mexico could lead the way on food security, but will it?
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Pity the Poor Billionaires
The so-called u201cmega-donors,u201d are upset that their massive contributions are being exposed to public view.
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Failure to Focus on Labor Rights Hurts Dems
Democrats shouldn't downplay labor and collective bargaining issues.
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Standing up to Jamie Dimon: Is it SAFE?
“Jamie Dimonu2019s bravado railing against financial reform has morphed into contrition and a heavy diet of humble pie.”
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Media and Politicians Reject “Women’s Issues,” but Voters Don’t
“Despite the growing evidence that women voters are key to victory, their concerns are continuing to be played off as not vital issues to consider.”
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A Diabolical Mix: US Wages and European Austerity
"What if Europe and the US converged on a set of economic policies that brought out the worst in both u2013 European fiscal austerity combined with a declining share …
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The Moral Challenge of “Kill Lists“
In an extraordinary article in Tuesday’s New York Times, “Secret ‘Kill List’ Proves a Test of Obama’s Principles and Will,” authors Jo Becker and Scott Shane throw macabre light …