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Economic Update: The Economics of Emotional Labor
This week's episode includes updates on a new French labor law, and more.
What Should Reparations for Slavery Entail?
In addressing the issue of reparations, we must also address transforming the system of capitalism, to which slavery gave birth.
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A Message to Social Studies Educators of the US in the Coming Trump Era
It is time for teachers to rethink the nature and purpose of teaching in Trumpland and create a system for the excluded.
Economic Update: We Can Do Better Than Capitalism
This week's episode includes updates on the mistreatment of homeless people, and more.
A World in Shambles: An Interview With C.J. Polychroniou
In place of the common good we have created atomized, segmented societies that promote a dog-eat-dog culture.
Economic Update: Christmas vs. Economic Realities
This week's episode includes updates on politicians lying about economics, and more.
What Is Participatory Economics? An Interview With Michael Albert
The founder of Z Magazine argues that participatory economics is preferable to 20th-century socialism.
Goldman Sachs’ Stock and Political Influence Are Both on the Rise
Trump's appointments of notable bankers, businessmen and billionaires lent credence to the hopeful thinking coming from the corporate US.
The US Protects Its Wealthy Professionals Financially While Throwing Workers to the Wolves
Patent and copyright monopolies redistribute income upwards, says Dean Baker.
Dare for Democracy: Three Essential Steps
The Small Planet Institute has published an online guide to help people find a way to get involved.