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William Rivers Pitt | Debate #3: Our Long National Nightmare Is Far From Over
This debate served to demonstrate just how far to the right the political dialogue in this country has tacked.
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The Old Debt and Entitlement Charade
Those organizing the debate want to see Social Security and Medicare cut, so they are framing the topic in a way that cuts to these programs will seem like …
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How to Respect Your Elders: Supporting an Aging Migrant Generation
Our economy relies heavily on exploiting immigrant labor but our welfare state systematically excludes immigrants.
How Racism Has Shaped Welfare Policy in the US Since 1935
US welfare policies have, from their very inception, been discriminatory.
Donald Trump Attacks Social Security With False Claims
Donald Trump has released a new ad revealing that either he doesn't understand Social Security or he wants to galvanize opposition to it.
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Revealed: AARP Is Funding ALEC
AARP isn't exactly hiding its new financial relationship with ALEC.
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.
Let’s Face It: “Capitalism With a Conscience” Is Still Capitalism
Trying to find investments in the financial industry that are truly “socially responsible” is a losing game.
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Can Teamsters Save the Right to Retire?
Over 2,000 retirees and Teamsters from 20 states rallied in front of the capitol to stop their pensions from being slashed.
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Ninety Percent of the World’s Domestic Workers Lack Social Security Protection
Developing countries have the biggest gaps in coverage, but wealthier nations are not immune.