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Nixon Went to China, Who Will Go to Iran?
Somehow it is good and proper for us to be killing Iranian children — although perhaps not to be talking about it.
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The GOP’s Boldest Election-Rigging Move Yet
The Republican Party wants to change the way presidential Electoral Votes are counted.
Between a Rock and a Hard Place, or Up Against the Wall?
A friend who teaches in the social sciences–but not economics–wrote: “Did you read this Marty Feldstein piece in the WSJ yesterday? I know bupkes about Fed policy, but it seems to …
“So Many People Died:” The American System of Suffering, 1965-2014
From Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan, one common thread through all US military endeavors is the backlash and suffering of civilians caught in the cross fires.
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Corporations in Illinois: What Have You Got to Hide?
Illinois Senate President John Cullerton, recent introduction of the Illinois Corporate Tax Disclosure and Responsibility Act threatens corporate America with their worst fear: Transparency.
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Ontario Next Right-to-Work Target?
The $15 billion budget deficit in Ontario is the pretext that the right will use to push for right-to-work laws. The battle is just shaping up.
American Dynasties Perpetuated by “Cliff” Estate Tax Deal
James S. Henry: Obama's deal with GOP on estate tax ensures very rich families will continue to amass historic levels of wealth and power.
Senate Reformers Push for “Talking Filibuster” to Mark First Day of New Congress, but Vote May Be Delayed
Lawmakers are unlikely to tackle filibuster rules on first day of new Congress.
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The New America Is Not About Identity Politics
Nonwhite minorities are indeed becoming the new American majority, but more significantly, majorities of all races will increasingly depend on government protection and public investment.
In Montana, Dark Money Helped Democrats Hold a Key Senate Seat
Such spending played a greater role in the Montana Senate race than almost any other.