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Public Health
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Former Oil Executive, Doctors and Scientists Urge Obama to Wait on Fracking Exports Plan
For the first time ever, the US has the ability to become a major exporter of natural gas, courtesy of the fracking boom.
American Gallery: There is No One Face of Hunger
The numbers of hungry Americans is striking; Bacon's photos give them a face.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: New Study Shows Carbon Emissions Up 3 Percent From Last Year, and More
Walmart drops thousands of part-time employees from its health insurance plan in the week after widespread protests against the retail giant, and more.
Fracking’s Health Calamities Left to Fester
Fracking has become the new gold rush for those who stand to benefit. But for those who stand in the way, it can be devastating.
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Of Plagues and Prisons: Two Films Everyone Should See
Films depicting the drug war and AIDS crisis may surprise progressives and should be required viewing.
The Fight for Corn
Corn is under imperialistic attack in its place of origin, primarily at the hands of NAFTA.
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Women’s Longevity Declining in Parts of the US
The last time life expectancy fell for a large number of American women was 1918, due to Spanish influenza.
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BP Will “Kill Again,” Former EPA Officials, Attorney Warn
Former EPA officials have little doubt BP will continue killing and maiming despite record $4.5 billion fine.
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Voters Reject California Proposal to Label GMO Foods After Bitter, Industry-Funded Campaign
Prop 37 was down 53 percent to 47 percent with 90 percent of the votes tallied Wednesday morning.
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Which Legislators Care the Most About Your Food?
The first-ever National Policy Score Card lets the public hold Congress accountable on food policy.