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The Shameful Foundation of the Clintons’ Power
The Clinton Foundation gives its founders a humanitarian facade to brag about — while also enabling their steady accumulation of power and money, writes Eric Ruder.
Emerging Feminisms, Ideological Abolition: Divesting Ideas (Not Just Money) From the Prison
In a way, both the university and the prison are sites that cultivate either value or disposability in people.
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Peruvian Farmer Takes Stand Against Gold-Mining Corporation: “I Will Never Give Up My Land“
A team of engineers from Yanacocha came to our property to evict us, claiming we were not legitimate owners.
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Solitary for Suicide Attempts: The Brutal Punishment of Chelsea Manning
Possible solitary punishment for a suicide attempt is likely to exacerbate mental health issues for Chelsea Manning.
TiSA: Big Brother and Big Business Together
TiSA isn't just another sweeping regional trade agreement like the TPP or the TTIP.
Why Money in Politics Means More Fracking: A Cautionary Tale From North Carolina
In North Carolina, constituents and ratepayers are concerned Gov. Pat McCrory's administration is too partial to utility monopoly Duke Energy.
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The United States’ Racial Wealth Divide Is Nothing Short of Shocking
It would take the average black family 228 years to accrue the same amount of wealth that white families have today.
End Price-Gouging on Drugs Developed With Public Dollars
Why should the drug industry be the exclusive financial beneficiary of research that the public helps fund? The public should benefit as well.
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Behind the Scenes at the Lutheran Vote Against the Israeli Occupation
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America has voted to avoid investing in the Israeli occupation of Palestine.
How Blocking the Saudi Arms Deal Can Help Stop a Lame Duck TPP
Progressive Democrats and empire-skeptic Republicans should block the recently proposed Saudi arms deal.