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Private Equity
Documentary Exposes Wall Street Power Behind Global Gentrification Boom
“PUSH” reveals how the marriage of private equity and real estate is driving the current housing crisis.
Elizabeth Warren Seeks to Cut Private Equity Down to Size
Warren's proposed legislation contains a bold set of proposals that targets abuses that hurt workers and investors.
Toys “R” Us Workers Take on Private Equity Vultures
The toy store's former employees are using public shaming and pension plans to demand severance and fight Wall Street greed.
Workfare for the Private Equity Crew?
What if we focused on whether the people at the top are working for their money?
Israel Victim-Blames 16-Year-Old Ahed Tamimi
The young woman who stood up for her family and her people.
Empire Files: Trump Expands Police-State Crackdown on the Left
After Trump's inauguration, nearly 200 protesters and journalists now face up to 70 years in prison on baseless charges.
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Bellwether Behavioral Health Is Controversial Group Home Operator AdvoServ — With a New Name
After two deaths of teenage residents, AdvoServ has taken a new name, making it harder to follow the media coverage.
Trump’s Director of National Intelligence Pick Is on the Wrong Side of Surveillance
Trump's pick for National Intelligence Director laid out his vision for surveillance — it's not good for technology users.
Word Games: What the NSA Means by “Targeted” Surveillance Under Section 702
What's the difference between “targeted” and “mass” surveillance?
“When You Dial 911 and Wall Street Answers”: How Private Equity Profits Off Our Daily Lives
Wall Street firms are playing an increasingly influential role in daily life.