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Say Goodbye to America’s Landmarks This Independence Day
As we celebrate the nation's birthday, let us all take a moment to say goodbye to some beloved members of the American family. Many national landmarks could soon disappear …
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Ten Myths for the Fourth of July
Many of the stories surrounding the Independence Day holiday are just that - stories.
Strong Job Growth Continues in June
Wage growth has been more rapid for production workers than their supervisors.
Creating Out of Crisis
From many sorts of crises, admittedly often related, new openings can also emerge.
Chris Crass on Social Justice Heroes, Obstacles and Hope in the Movement, and Movies: The Anarres Project for Alternative Futures Interview
Samwise Gamgee reminds us and Frodo about, that even in dark times when it seemed all hope was lost, there was still some good in the world and it's …
Flag Held Hostage… Circa 2003
This commentary was written in 2003, but has continued relevance that makes it a must-read for Independence Day.
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The Crash of 2016 Gets Closer Every Day
The denial of fundamental economic principles is setting the world up for another Great Crash.
Candice Bernd on the Epidemic of Police Brutality in Albuquerque
Candice Bernd discusses the epidemic of police brutality in Albuquerque and how the USDA now has sub-machine guns at its disposal.
After Breaking Gender Barrier, Sweden’s First Female Archbishop Leads Church Into Climate Change Fight
Sweden's new archbishop is among those calling for scientists, politicians, cultural icons and religious leaders to work in concert to address climate change.
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Towns Can Ban Fracking, Says New York Supreme Court
Individual fracking bans alone are not enough to protect communities.