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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Republicans Unveil Their Latest Austerity Budget, and More
We need to support the Progressive budget, and more.
Tariq Ali: The Claim That Democracy Is Tied to Capitalism Is a Lie
Only populist movements that resist global institutional financial constraints will be able to restore robust democracies, says military historian and filmmaker Tariq Ali.
Syriza and Its Discontents
Protest and resistance that does not disrupt the everyday does not destroy the existing circuits of power and certainly does not create new ones.
The Dilemma of Soy in Argentina
Industrial soy production continues to expand in Argentina, pushing small farmers out of the countryside.
Up Next on the GOP’s To-Do List: Selling US National Forests
A conservation group held a mock auction of the Grand Canyon to prove the absurdity of selling our protected national lands - now a possibility.
Economic Update: Economics of Corruption
This episode provides updates on "Blockupy" protests in Europe, and more.
Blockupy: Thousands Protest in Frankfurt Calling on Eurozone to Dismantle “Laboratory for Austerity”
Dozens have been wounded in clashes.
Obama Seeks Fast Track for Trade Deal That Could Thwart “Almost Any Progressive Policy or Goal”
Obama begins a major push to pass the deal.
Joseph Stiglitz on the Trans-Pacific Partnership: “This Is A Big Deal“
The discussions surrounding trade agreements are far too important to done in secret.
A Double Standard on Leaks? As Whistleblowers Jailed, Petraeus Escapes Prison and Advises White House
David Petraeus recevied a lenient plea deal.