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The Latest Tax Scam in Corporate “Inversion” – Who Pays Instead?
An inversion allows corporations to pretend to be non-US companies and dodge taxes, while still benefiting from US taxes.
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The Robin Hood Army
It's heartening to read about an altruistic movement with no hidden motives except to feed the hungry, homeless and needy.
Oil Train Regulations Fail to Address Known Risks
Safety rules for railroads were only implemented when enough blood had been spilled.
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Saudi Arabia Is Killing Civilians With US Bombs
Saudi Arabia is bombing civilians with US-made bombs, which violates both US and international law.
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Bernie Sanders, Hillary Clinton and Wall Street
In assessing the regulatory agendas of the presidential candidates, we have to ask, do we think they would end too-big-to-fail banks?
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How the Homeless Population Is Changing: It’s Older and Sicker
As a society, we face the specter of older adults dying on the streets.
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“Aferim!” Explores the Cross-Generational Transmission of Cultural Bigotry
The film follows a 19th century policeman's search for an escaped Romani slave, exposing the hateful cultural morals of the time.
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New York’s “Carwasheros” Push for Safer, Fairer Workplaces
Car washes are the “wild, wild West” of workplace regulation. The Car Wash Accountability Act will improve that - if it is ever implemented.
Gangbusters: How the Upsurge in Anti-Gang Tactics Will Hurt Communities of Color
Are gang raids and so-called “community” policing efforts really decreasing violence in US cities?
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A Scourge Returns: Black Lung in Appalachia
Black lung is not a new disease.