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Replace Patent Monopolies With Direct Public Funding for Drug Research
The savings in drug costs with generics would more than pay for funding the research.
Democratic Candidates Are Sounding a Lot Like Teddy Roosevelt
Roosevelt’s approach to reining in corporations should sound familiar to those who watched the Democratic debates.
To Create a New Deal That Works for Everyone, We Must Shun Centrism
The New Deal left many behind. It's time to create even bolder policies that confront the racist status quo.
Trump’s Plan to Save Coal Country Will Actually Hurt It
Coal country could fall further behind as other regions embrace the renewable energies of the future.
Raising the Minimum Wage Must Be a Central Issue in 2020 Election
Democrats running for office in 2020 have an opportunity to do what's morally right and politically popular.
Biden Can Run for President, But He Can’t Hide From His Record
Biden is acting more like former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton every day.
Corporate Media Enable Industry War Against Medicare for All
The health care industry feeds corporate media a steady diet of “alternative facts” about Medicare for All.
Canvassing the 55 Percent of Rural Voters Wanting Medicare for All
Like with Medicare in the 1960s, an activated public can canvass voters to force Congress to act.
Koch Brothers Float Possibility of Backing Congressional Democrats in 2020
The Koch brothers have come into conflict with President Donald Trump.
If Democrats Can’t Win the Economic Debate, Trump Will Win in 2020
Democrats must shine a light on the real reasons behind the persistent wage stagnation, says Robert Pollin.