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Economic Theorists: The High Priests of Capitalism
As global capitalism generates ever-greater inequalities, instabilities and problems, it and its high priests face rising opposition.

The US Needs a New Peace Movement — No Matter Who Wins in November
Another escalation, especially in Syria, is the present danger.

Sanders, Clinton Surrogates Clash Over Democratic Party Platform
Real progressive policy change, will require new candidates to step up at the local and state level.

Hillary Clinton’s VP Short List Is Short on Progressives
While Sen. Elizabeth Warren remains an unlikely choice, Clinton's other potential picks include centrists Tim Kaine and Julian Castro.

White Nationalist Group Involved in Sacramento Violence Plans to Defend Trump Supporters at RNC
In Trump, white power types see a candidate who speaks directly to their bigotry.

It’s Time to Wake Up About the Democratic Party
While we are right to fear what a Trump presidency could mean for this country, we are mistaken to think that a Clinton presidency would be any safer.

“A Classic State Capitalist”: How Donald Trump Profited From Public Subsidies and Political Favors
Today we look back at Trump's rise to power and how he profited from his father's deep pocketbook.

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Very, Very Normal

Defending a Sacred Trust: The High Stakes for the Future of US Social Security
Steven Hill explains why Social Security should be expanded — not trimmed or privatized.

Moving Beyond Bernie Sanders’ “Political Revolution“
Just as the Sanders campaign didn't arise in a vacuum, there's no reason to expect it will leave a vacuum behind it.