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Breaking New Ground for Trans Children
While non-heterosexual orientation is punishable by death in some parts of the world, in others the right to choose oneu2019s gender identity has begun to be respected from early …
The Debtor’s War: A Modern Greek Tragedy
Thatu2019s what governmentu2019s are for, right? To serve banksu2026 right?
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A Fascist Revival Stirs in Spain
Some elected Popular Party officials and party militants are openly making the Nazi salute, proudly displaying fascist flags and other memorabilia, and posting pro-Franco messages on social media sites.
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Corruption Scandal Fuels Calls for Strict Party Funding Rules
The corruption scandal in Spain and its leader calls into question the funding model for political parties and points towards the need for strict controls.
Egypt Under Empire: Working Class Resistance and European Imperial Ambitions
This series examines some of Egypt's recent history as it has built up to Egypt's unfinished Revolution.
Does the Treasury Secretary Have to Be a Lobbyist for Wall Street in Europe?
A financial transaction tax has huge support in Europe, and the too-big-to-fail crowd is scared to death it will succeed.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: The Supreme Court Rules That Human Genes Cannot Be Patented, and More
The case, Molecular Pathology v. Myriad Genetics, challenged the biotechnology company's existing patents on two genes associated with high risks of breast cancer, known as BRCA1 and BRCA2.
Ban on Bee-Killers Doesn’t End EU’s Bias Towards Pesticides
New ban on pesticides that are harmful to the bee population is being viewed by some as a conflict of interest.
Lobbying And GMO Giant Monsanto Buckles In Europe
Following protests against Monsanto that took place in 52 countries, the company has thrown in the towel in most parts of Europe.
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The Latvia Illusion
Paul Krugman: Austerity apologists claim that the pre-crisis peak isn't a realistic goal for Latvia.