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Economy
The Betrayal of America’s Middle Class Was a Choice, Not an Accident
The outsourcing of good jobs, the elimination of pensions, rampant home foreclosures; skyrocketing higher education costs and mounting debt: Given these stark realities, the American middle class seems to …
Faced With Police Violence, Thousands Return to Spanish Parliament
Amid anti-austerity protests throughout Spain, the government announced more than 50 billion dollars in cuts to public spending.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman Files Civil Suit Against JP Morgan Chase, and More
In today's On the News segment: New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman u2013 who also chairs the President's mortgage fraud task force u2013 filed a civil suit against JP …
In Move That Stunned Advocates, Jerry Brown Vetoes Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights
Brownu2019s decision is indeed surprising given his progressive leanings on most issues.
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The Real Romney Emerges
Paul Krugman: It is a revelation to see Mr. Romney and friends swallowing the prolefeed whole.
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Campaign Cash? Local TV News Hits Mute Button
Michael Winship: The total being spent for all the races in 2012 is projected at $6 billion this year.
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Pilfering Your Paycheck
Many employers in nineteen states can now keep state income taxes withheld from paychecks.
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Henry A. Giroux: Why Don’t Americans Care About Democracy at Home?
All evidence suggests a new reality is unfolding, one that is characterized by a deeply rooted crisis of social responsibility.
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DREAM Act Could Add $329 Billion to US Economy
Implementation costs would be minimal, says a new report, and DREAMers after graduation would not only join the workforce, but also help create jobs.