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Protesters Press Secluded G7 Leaders on Harmful Policies, From Austerity to Dirty Coal
The G7 is holding talks in a secluded castle in Germany.
Glenn Greenwald: Social Media, Privacy and Activism
Are services like Skype, Facebook or Google safe?
Modi’s “New and Improved” India
The increasingly intolerant societal landscape and a growing economic divide challenge Narendra Modi's vision and ultimately India's democracy.
As a Bridge Crumbles, Congress Fumbles
Members would have gotten a first-hand look at the consequences of their inaction on infrastructure spending.
A Misleading Moment of Celebration for a New Surveillance Program
While some foes of mass surveillance were celebrating, Thomas Drake sounded decidedly glum.
Why Do People With No Chance of Being Elected Run for President?
The Quixotic journey of pursuing the presidency is not to be taken lightly.
Who Pays Taxes in the US? Everyone but the Super-Rich
Why are seniors paying higher taxes on their social security benefits than billionaires pay on stocks?
Scott Walker: The First ALEC President?
If Walker is successful in his presidential bid, he would be the first ALEC alum to take the oval office.
New Snowden Documents Reveal Secret Memos Expanding Spying
The Obama administration has stepped up the NSA's warrantless surveillance program on US soil.
Australian Whistleblower Who Took on FIFA Corruption: Sepp Blatter’s Resignation Long Overdue
The head of FIFA has resigned over a growing corruption scandal.