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Economy

Don’t Be Sure that Powerful People Want the Economy to Return to Normal
In addition to the policy measures that weaken the power of ordinary workers, we should also look at all the measures that are being taken to ensure that money …

Middle Class? What Middle Class?
Virtually the only class ever mentioned these days is the middle class, and now that seems on the way out.

Economic Update: Profit-Driven Capitalism
This episode provides updates on Verizon's purchase of AOL, and more.

Fed Up: Why the Federal Reserve Needs Reform
The Fed is supposed to represent the public interest.

Revolt Over TPP: Senate Dems Rebuke Obama by Blocking Debate on Secretive Trade Deal
Critics say the deal would hurt workers, undermine regulations and expand corporate power.

The State of the Global Economy
According to the latest estimate from the government, US GDP growth was practically zero in the first quarter of this year.

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First Senate Vote on “Fast Track” for TPP on Tuesday
We can win, but people must take action now.

The New Corrupt Elite That Is Running Our Economy
The buck stops nowhere.

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Rising Trade Deficit Slows Job Growth in Manufacturing
The Labor Department reported the economy created 223,000 jobs in April.

Economic Update: Children, Capitalism and Family Values
This episode provides updates on the Alberta election, and more.