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The Keystone XL Pipeline’s “Accidental Activists“
TransCanada drew its line in the red dirt. And Crawford has drawn hers. Win or lose, a powerful force has awoken in Texas.
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Investing in Arts and Creative People to Boost the Economy
Rhode Island governor Lincoln Chafee announced a new initiative that he says is the key to the state's economic future and a safe bet: funding the arts.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: A Government Oversight Panel Says That NSA Spying Programs Are Illegal, and More
More than 60 labor, environmental, and internet advocacy groups have joined together to launch the “10 Days to Stop Fast Track” campaign.
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The New Neocons Are “Socialist” (They Say)
The “Socialist” government of French President Franu00e7ois Hollande is to the right of De Gaulle - and Barack Obama.
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State of the Estate: Cuomo’s Tax Giveaway to the Rich
Although NY faces a $1.7 billion deficit this year, Governor Cuomo proposes a huge tax giveaway to the wealthiest citizens, costing the state nearly $800 million and embolding others.
Alive Inside: How the Magic of Music Proves Therapeutic for Patients With Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Could a pair of headphones change the lives of millions of Americans suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia?
Previously Unreported Second Chemical Spilled Into West Virginia River
Russell Mokhiber: Privately-owned water company failed to conduct proper water tests in Elk River, leading to sickness among West Virginia Residents.
WikiLeaks on the Trans-Pacific Partnership Environment Chapter: “Toothless Public Relations Exercise“
The TPP's environment chapter has no effective enforcement mechanisms, and its investment chapter allows foreign investors to sue governments over lost prospective profits in secret arbitration panels.
The Toxic Chemical Spill Crisis in West Virginia Will Happen Again. Here’s Why
Maya Nye, president of People Concerned About Chemical Safety, a citizen's group, explained: "We are so desperate for jobs in West Virginia we don't want to do anything that …
Canadian Government Bent on Expanding Weapon Sales Globally
Yves Engler: The Harper administration is propping up its domestic arms industry without regard to the consequences of weapons sales to countries like Colombia and Saudi Arabia.