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Easter 1916 at 100: Its Marxian Dimension
The 20th century was also marked by cataclysmic events in the Global South, not just Europe.
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Can Low-Income Housing Be Energy Efficient and Affordable?
Residents of low-income housing need energy efficiency more than others, but are less likely to be able to afford it.
How Women-Led Movements Are Redefining Power, From California to Nepal
In the face of corporate domination, economic injustice and climate change, movements led by women offer a revolutionary path.
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How the Felony Drug Ban Keeps Thousands of Americans Hungry
In recent years, there has been a broad re-thinking of policies that put thousands of people behind bars for long prison terms.
How the Cutthroat Walmart Business Model Is Reshaping American Public Education
The Walmart empire has played a huge role in promoting and funding the charter school movement.
Are Shows Like “Serial” and “Making a Murderer” Clouding the Wider Struggle for Justice?
How many US prisoners are wrongfully convicted? And how many are technically “guilty” but still should not be locked up?
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In France, a Retirement Co-op Ensures Seniors Are Not Treated as Commodities
After years of discussing how to age well, a group of retired people is building the first French residential co-op for seniors.
Socialism Beyond the Ballot Box
Socialism is about more than just voting for one person in one election.
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Recycling: A Curbside Crisis
How much of what you recycle ends up at the dump?
Iraq: Another Fine Mess
There must be no impunity for anyone accused of war crimes and human rights abuses.