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The Worst Congress Money Can Buy
Congress quietly acquiesces as the regulations meant for our safety are whittled away.
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Side Effects – The Humanitarian Consequences of Iran Sanctions
Iran's civilians find themselves in the midst of one of the worst medical supply shortages in the nation's long history.
Why Activist Russell “Maroon” Shoatz Should Be Released From Solitary Confinement
This month, a 30-day action campaign was launched demanding the release of Russell “Maroon” Shoatz from solitary confinement, where he has been held for over 23 consecutive years.
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Houston’s Most Polluted Neighborhood Draws the Line at Alberta Tar Sands
Residents are joining up to demand a healthier future.
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Pentagon Claims $757 Million Overbilling by Contractor in Afghanistan
The principal food supplier to US troops in Afghanistan is embroiled in a costly dispute with the Pentagon that has attracted congressional interest.
Sandra Steingraber’s War on Toxic Trespassers
How dangerous chemicals and fracking contaminate our land, our health and the energy debate.
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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Washington State Wants to Protect Businesses’ Right to Discriminate, and More
In today's On the News segment: Washington state wants to protect businesses' right to discriminate; the motivation behind the world-wide economic con of austerity has been discovered; Sen. Bernie …
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US Cities Joining Push to Dump Fossil Fuel Investments
Nearly a dozen US cities have announced their interest in withdrawing municipal investments from fossil fuel companies.
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Congress Heads Home for Recess, Leaving “To-Do” List Behind
Gun control? Forget it, for now. Immigration? See you in May.
Another Big Story the Mainstream Media Missed: GE-Krupp Conspiracy Trial of ’47
Lest anyone imagine that corporate crimes being unreported by the mainstream media and punished with a wristslap are anything new, legendary labor reporter James Lerner's account of the GE …