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New York Governor’s Unconstitutional Order Enables Israeli Occupation
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's decision to punish participants in the BDS movement enables the Israeli occupation of Palestine and a never-ending cycle of violence.
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Public Banks as the Antithesis of Neoliberalism
Public banks can help municipalities create and fund work-spaces for nontraditional work reflective of the new economy.
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Rejecting Islamophobia as a Queer Latina in the Wake of the Orlando Shooting
We must reject Islamophobia. The same culture of hate that denigrates Muslims also fosters homophobia and racism in US society.
Why a Leave Vote May Not Result in a Brexit
The officialdom in England and in much of the rest of the advanced world is suddenly in alarm over the possibility of Britain leaving the European Union.
Why Are Lawmakers Calling for Hate Crime Legislation to “Protect” Police?
A new law in Louisiana could classify the killing of a police officer as a hate crime as part of a continuing pro-police backlash.
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American Ugliness: Queer and Trans People of Color Say “Not in Our Names“
In the face of Islamophobia, queer and trans people of color are lifting our voices above the din of “terror.”
No Welcome Mat for Monsanto: Vietnam Must Draw the Line
At a time when the world has started to shun genetically engineered crops, it would be a harsh irony if Vietnam became a success story for Monsanto.
The Lie That “China Wins” if the TPP Kangaroo Tribunals Are Stopped
The TPP is all about Article 9, which allows CEOs to rig the system so that they win.
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Minimum Wage Workers Can’t Afford to Live Anywhere in the US
If the government can acknowledge that Americans cannot afford to pay rent anymore, then it's time for some intervention to alleviate this problem.
Hard Money Still Matters, and Here’s Who’s Giving It
Hard money is contributed directly to candidates' campaigns, political parties or regular PACs and, unlike outside money, is subject to limits.