Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Who is “essential” to our COVID-19 world

A military spouse’s perspective on fighting this pandemic...

Robot generals

Will they make better decisions than humans -- or worse?

Spotify’s business model is screwing over musicians and ruining music

The recent spat between Neil Young and Spotify reminds us that the world’s largest streaming company only cares about profits—which is what independent musicians have been complaining about for years.

The meat industry has created a false dichotomy that pits people against animals

Factory farms are harmful to animals, the environment, local communities, and public health. We need a more logical and just food system.

Trump administration’s attacks on science already surpass two Bush terms

Trump may have lauded the Apollo 11 mission, but his administration has launched more than 100 attacks on science.
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‘Democracy for sale’: Cambridge Analytica & big tech’s history of manipulating elections

“So was Facebook responsible for Donald Trump getting elected? I think the answer is yes.”

The Media’s Gift to Trump: Low Expectations

When a candidate starts in the cellar in terms of behavior and temperament, there's nowhere to go but up.

Here are the most racially bigoted right-wing media segments of 2016

Here are the most bigoted stories and statements from right-wing media figures over the last year

US Journalist Sentenced to 5 Years and 3 Months for Posting a Link

Barrett Brown, a freelance journalist, was sentenced to 5 years and three months in prison for posting a hyperlink containing stolen credit card information. The excessive prison sentence looming over Brown has gained massive media attention.

Meeting the definition of terrorism: Big Pharma, Big Oil, and Big Banks

The terror inflicted on Americans is real.