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The Most Expensive Election Ever Is a Billionaire’s Playground: Except for Bernie Sanders
Let's examine the relationships between our 21st century plutocrats and the contenders who have raised $5 million or more.
What to Watch for Next in the Fight Against the TPP
The Trans-Pacific Partnership will be back in the news for a brief moment when the treaty comes up for a formal signing ceremony.
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Amid Fears of Rising Islamophobia, Muslims in Iowa Await Results of Caucus
The rhetoric of some Republican presidential candidates has fueled anti-Muslim views, say Muslim leaders in the Midwest.
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If Bill Gates Turned to Philanthropy: Publicly Funded Clinical Drug Trials
A wealthy philanthropist could pick up the cost of financing the clinical trials of several promising new drugs.
Slurp, Baby, Slurp: Trump Supports Ethanol Production in Iowa
Donald Trump is pandering to Iowa voters and the ethanol industry.
Another Hillary Falsehood: She Didn’t Tell Banks to “Cut It Out” Pre-Crisis; She Blamed Homeowners
Clinton didn't simply pretend to do something she didn't. She abjectly falsified her history.
Elizabeth Warren: It Matters Greatly Who the Democratic President Is
It would be a inexcusable, institutional failure of democratic discourse if the executive power denialist “it doesn't matter” claim is allowed to proceed.
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Contextualizing Hillary Clinton’s New Attack Ad Against Bernie Sanders
US history shows that economic, social and political transformation is possible when people elect accountable leaders.
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Our Terrorisms
“Terrorism” pervades the US psyche and economy. “Terrorism” - the fear thereof - blunts our minds and shrinks our hearts.
Democratic Primaries: The Race to the Top
With Hillary Clinton's lead shrinking in Democratic polls, Bernie Sanders is inching towards a possible victory in the primaries.