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Economy & Labor

As New York University Expands Into Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates Bars Professor
Andrew Ross researches migrant workers and labor abuse.

“Straights Only?” Indiana Faces Boycotts, Protests Over Anti-LGBT “Religious Freedom” Law
On Saturday, thousands of people marched in Indianapolis calling for Pence's resignation.

How Seattle City Council Is Fighting the TPP’s Fast-Track: An Interview With Kshama Sawant
While the resolution is mostly symbolic, supporters cited the large volume of foreign trade in the city as justification for Seattle taking a stand on the issue.

Rounding Us Up and Exposing Us All to Cancer
Cancer is only one of many health consequences of the growing scourge of herbicides, pesticides and GMOs.

On the News With Thom Hartmann: Senate Decides Social Policy Cuts, and More
The Senate held a vote-a-thon to decide which policies would make it in to the budget.

Economic Update: System Change: Then and Now
This episode provides updates on Trans-Pacific Partnership secrets, and more.

Household Debt Is a National Crisis
It's time to stop blaming borrowers and instead hold predatory lenders accountable.

ALEC Pushes to Repeal “Prevailing Wage” Laws
Targeted this time are state prevailing wage laws, which require public construction projects to support local wage standards instead of undercutting them.

Israelis and Republicans Teach Each Other Politics
For a long time now, American political consultants have benefited from a lucrative sideline, selling their alleged expertise to politicians in Israel.

On the News With Thom Hartmann: Republicans Unveil Their Latest Austerity Budget, and More
We need to support the Progressive budget, and more.