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Privatization
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.
Another Koch Criminal Justice Reform Trojan Horse: Reentry and Privatization
In the Koch world of free market fundamentalism, there is always a way for corporations (and academics) to get a piece of pie.
Yanis Varoufakis on Privatization, Human Rights and Capitalism
Yanis Varoufakis discusses privatization, human rights, the media and his experience with the EU and capitalism's ability to reform.
Jeremy Scahill: Corporations Are Making a Killing Off US Targeted Killing
Investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill discusses the privatization of US wars abroad and who profits from drone strikes.
Our Drinking Water Systems Are a Disaster; What Can We Do?
In the wake of the Flint crisis, communities turn to innovative technology and financing to prevent the next crisis.
“Stop Oppressing Us”: Detroit Teachers Speak
Detroit teachers are protesting what they say is an unaccountable school system that has harmed students' educations.
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How Private Prison Companies Use Big Tax Breaks and Low Wages to Maximize Profit
The nation's largest private prison firms are still cutting corners despite millions of dollars in federal income tax breaks.
Campbell Brown: The New Leader of the Propaganda Arm of School Privatization
The former anchor is helping the billionaire-backed charter lobby spread the gospel of education reform.
Cashing in on Kids: 172 ALEC Education Bills Push Privatization in 2015
ALEC's agenda would transform public education from an accountable institution that serves the public into one that serves private, for-profit interests.
India’s Water War: City Workers Fight Corporate Privatization Efforts
Municipal employees in India are resisting efforts by companies and officials to privatize drinking water.