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The Truth About Power and Capitalism: A Socialist Response to the Tax Bill
People are speaking truth to capitalism with socialism.
Though GOP Says Tax Plan Doesn’t Favor the Rich, Paul Ryan Ties Reforms to Welfare Cuts
The GOP has been calling for legislation that would add work requirements to food stamps and housing benefits.
Hedge Fund Nation
How an Industry Group Is Driving Trump’s Workplace Safety Agenda
During his first week in office, Trump invited manufacturers to propose ways to cut “regulatory burdens.”
Would the Atlantic Coast Pipeline Be the Job Creator Its TV Ads Claim?
The project's developers are touting the project's job-creation potential.
“Corker Kickback?”: Senator Supports Tax Bill After Last-Minute Provision Would Personally Enrich Him
The Republican plan to overhaul the US tax code is now one step closer to passing.
John McCain Will Miss Tax Vote, but Senate Republicans Still Have Enough in Favor
A new controversy has emerged about the tax reform bill, and how it will benefit Trump's bottom line.
Dean Baker | Bubbles: Are They Back?
There is little reason to think that the economy is threatened by the risk of collapsing bubbles at the moment.
World Demographics Are Changing Profoundly: What Does It Mean for the 21st Century?
How the world deals with migrants will be key.
Three Myths About the Poor That Republicans Are Using to Support Slashing the US Safety Net
Republicans continue to use myths about the poor as they defend lower taxes for the rich.