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Economy & Labor
Broken Promises: Smaller Middle Class Has Less Room for Families
The decline of the middle class suggests fewer people feel they belong to the nation's economic and cultural bedrock.
The Kochs Are Ghostwriting the United States’ Story
Progressives need to fight back with their own “metanarrative” against the tall tales of the right wing.
Why a New Trade Deal Has Put Genetically Modified Crop Concerns in the Spotlight
Civil society groups have been voicing concerns about the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership for three years.
Larry Yarbrough: A Case for Clemency
Larry Yarbrough has spent more than 20 years serving a life without parole sentence for possession of a single ounce of cocaine.
The Conservative Playbook for Keeping “Dark Money” Dark
Groups opposing tighter state campaign finance rules coach their local supporters on how to battle disclosure of political donors.
Supporting the Real Job Creators
New evidence suggests supporting in-state startups and existing local companies is more effective in building strong economies.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: The TPP Will Cost the US Nearly Half a Million Jobs, and More
Our jobs being shipped over seas isn't the only reason we should be concerned about the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
District Sentinel Radio Episode 19: Straight Outta Iowa
This podcast looks at the chaos that was the 2016 Democratic Caucus, and more.
Economy Adds 151,000 Jobs in January
The percentage of unemployment due to voluntary job leavers also dropped in January, indicating a lack of confidence in the labor market.
Drowning the Oil Industry
The Iranian gusher means prices won't rebound anytime soon.