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Canada May Have the Cure For US’s Medicare Ailment
Crystal Bentley is examined by Dr. Tom Novak at a clinic in Oshawa, Canada. (Photo: Donald Weber for The New York Times) I keep hearing people say …
Keith Olbermann | Michael Moore on Libya (Video)
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The Economic Open
Introducing Ladydrawers
In recent years, comics have grown into a legitimate - and big money - business. Yet, some in the industry haven't felt the impact of the popular success of …
Progressive Defense of Weiner Overlooks His Right-Wing Foreign Policy
Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-New York) at a press conference in May 2011. (Photo: TalkMediaNews) A surprising number of progressives have been expressing regret at the resignation of …
Reveling in the Pain of Others: Moral Degeneracy and Violence in the “Kill Team” Photos
The “Kill Team” photos offer a glimpse into a larger set of social conditions in a winner-take-all society.
The Endgame on the Debt Ceiling
Wall Street, New York. (Photo: b00nj) As we know, President Obama and his team do not appear to be very effective negotiators when it comes to dealing …
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This Hero Didn’t Stand a Chance
Environmental activist Tim DeChristopher is surrounded by supporters carrying sings bearing the number 70, DeChristopher's bidder's number during a 2008 lease auction, outside the Frank E. Moss Federal Courthouse …
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News in Brief: Workers in Canada Striking, and More
Workers in Canada Striking According to the Ottawa Citizen, unions and legislators are gradually addressing labor disputes as locked-out workers strike for better benefits. Air Canada …
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Never Let Anybody Drive You So Low
“We don't just fight against our opponents; this is a moral movement - we fight for them too.” -Van Jones at Netroots Nation 2011 This …