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Paul Krugman and Richard Wolff on Bernie Sanders’s Democratic Socialism
Economists Paul Krugman and Richard Wolff debate whether associations with socialism help or hurt Sanders's campaign.
Bernie Sanders Wins Nevada After Heavy Organizing in Latinx Communities
Sanders's win shows the potential for Latinx voters to reshape the next stage of the Democratic presidential race.
Who Is Funding the Anti-Bernie Sanders Super PAC?
As Sanders is projected to win the upcoming contests, big Democratic donors have concerns.
Bloomberg’s 2008 Story About the Great Recession Is Still Racist and Untrue
A video of Michael Bloomberg blaming the financial crash on efforts to fight redlining is making the rounds again.
The Next Economic Recession Will Likely Come From Climate Crisis
Extreme weather caused by climate change could lead to a recession “the likes of which we've never seen before.”
Bernie Sanders Releases Plan for Guaranteed “Child Care and Pre-K for All”
The plan would be paid for by inverting the massive tax giveaway lavished on the wealthy by President Donald Trump.
Even Mayoral Races Are Getting Distorted by Big Money in Politics
In San Jose, wealthy donors and special interests play a disproportionate role in elections.
Radical Urban Planning Can Fight Gentrification With Affordable Housing
Gentrification isn't inevitable.
What Happened to the Keynesian Dream of a 15-Hour Workweek?
Why are we still 40-hour work week drones?
Getting Real About Fascism: What You Need to Know
Kelly Hayes talks with author Shane Burley about the current political moment and how we can fight back.