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A Militarism We Call Patriotism
At least two recent State of the Union speeches reflect a dangerous, creeping American militarism for which we are all culpable.
The Washington Post’s Editorial Fantasies Put Ukrainian Lives at Risk
Since every fantasy or myth is a self-fulfilling prophecy, the important question is which one predicts, and thus points us toward, a more peaceful, humane world.
Disturbing Democracy
Admittedly this is happening in states both new to democratic politics and deeply divided along ideological lines.
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Healing Emotions with Chinese Medicine
Too often, it appears that these psychiatrists are rolling the dice, hoping for a lucky result.
All of the Arguments Against Raising the Minimum Wage Have Fallen Apart
If the minimum wage had kept pace with inflation since its inception in 1968, it would now stand at $10.74 per hour.
Viva la #SharingSpring!
As spring begins to bloom, the sharing economy movement is ramping up its activities with a series of events being planned in different cities and world regions.
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The Surprising Reason Americans Might Be Obese, Anxious and Depressed
Could the answer to a number of modern ailments be in our gut?
Why Montana’s “Citizens United” Loss at the Supreme Court Was Avoidable
The humiliating summary reversal suffered by Montana in the US Supreme Court over its restrictions on campaign contributions could have been avoided, according to two attorneys who filed amicus …
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Obama Needs Different Health Sign-Up Message to Youth as March 31 Deadline Approaches
Early numbers suggest young people comprise a fourth of insurance purchases. The administration is hoping for a big jump to 40 percent.
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Genghis Christ, General Boykin, and the Fundamentalist Christian Holy War
It is absolutely critical to understand and fully internalize that Boykin is far from alone in his nightmarish conception of the Prince of Peace's (mainstream) redeeming message.