Life on the human planet
Focus on the essentials of life, and you’ll discover that one important element is “community.”
Bernie Sanders reminds people to get out and vote by showing them what’s at...
Republicans' plans are a disaster for middle class working people and the planet but a blessing for the mega-rich.
The cleaning lady
She works hard for her money, as the song relates. She's the cleaning lady, the one who gets on her knees and...
Democracy in America Is a Useful Fiction
The civic, patriotic and political language we use to describe ourselves remains unchanged. But the America we celebrate is an illusion.
This CEO wants a key to your house
Jeff Bezos expects you to pay for the privilege of letting Amazon employees enter your home when you're not there.
Right-wing politicians fear “invasion” of Europe & US by migrants and refugees
Governments like the U.S. are not changing harmful foreign policies that are driving conflict and persecution.
I thought CNN was taking a courageous stand against White House lies. I was...
Well, I certainly got that one wrong.
Tenth anniversary of financial collapse, preparing for the next crash
Many of the root causes of the crisis remain today, making another economic downturn or collapse possible.
Study Confirms Network Evening Newscasts Have Abandoned Policy Coverage For 2016 Campaign
It’s troubling that the networks have decided this year to walk away from their responsibility to help inform voters about key issues of public concern.
Standing Rock’s surprising legacy: A push for public banks
A public bank is an institution owned by a governmental body, funded with taxpayer money, and mandated to serve the public interest.