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Economic Update: Good for Profits, Bad for Society
This episode provides updates on pension struggles, and more.
Winning His Race: Is Trump the Poster Child for the Rise of US Hate Groups?
Donald Trump is the front-runner as he enters the final Republican presidential debate ahead of next week's Super Tuesday primary.
Human Rights Activists Dispute “Success” of “Plan Colombia“
Less public attention has been paid to the more than 6 million Colombian citizens victimized since the program began.
Fight Senate Bill Seeking Voluntary GMO Labeling, Say Right-to-Know Advocates
A new bill in the Senate seeks to preempt state or other local laws that would require mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods.
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Cutting Emissions Could Prevent Nearly 300,000 US Air Pollution Deaths
Researchers estimate saving these lives could benefit the US economy $250bn per year.
The Dominant Media, “Left-Leaning” Economists and the Illusion of Consensus
A recent New York Times article falsely depicted a consensus among liberal economists opposed to Bernie Sanders' proposals.
Colorado Activists Set Their Sights on a Ballot Measure to Limit Drilling
Previous attempts have been blocked and current regulations disappoint.
Pennsylvania Nurses Catch Organizing Fever
Instead of hoping to find better working conditions, Philadelphia-area nurses are ready to raise standards throughout the city.
Obama and Raúl Castro to Launch New Era With Historic Visit
When Obama visits Havana, it will be the first time a US president is a guest of the Cuban government since 1928.
Peabody Energy: The Fall of the World’s Biggest Public Coal Company
When is Peabody going to declare bankruptcy?