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Economic Update: Lessons About and From Socialism
This episode provides updates on the economic significance of Sanders' Iowa vote, and more.
Signing of TPP Marks Only Beginning of the Fight
One of the world's biggest multinational trade deals, the TPP, has been signed by 12 member nations in New Zealand.
Let Down at the Ford Foundation: Reflections on the Shortcomings of Philanthropy
Joanne Barken ponders how the Ford Foundation will address inequality.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Obama Says Kids Don’t Belong in Solitary, and More
Gov. Snyder's decision to put money ahead of safety has left people without regular access to clean water.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Doctors Are Organizing Against Corporatized Medicine, and More
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Economic Update: Capitalism’s Results
This episode provides updates on Obama's visit to Detroit, and more.
Detroit Rocked by Teachers’ “Sickout” Protesting Dire Conditions Under Emergency Management
On Wednesday, 88 of Detroit's roughly 100 public schools were closed in the latest mass teacher “sickouts” protesting underfunding and conditions.
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Crisis Management
On the News With Thom Hartmann: Low Taxes on the Rich Have Furthered Inequality, and More
In today's On the News segment: Low taxes on the rich have made them much richer and have left the rest of us trying to catch up; Spokane, Washington, …
Economic Update: Fighting Right-Wing Economics
This episode provides updates on Flint's poisoned water, and more.