Friday, May 24, 2024

Trump, Clinton, Obama and the TPP

The strong American popular opposition to the TPP, the Brexit vote and other recent developments in the West suggest growing rejection of the myth that national public and corporate elite interests are identical.

Wells Fargo CEO Resigns

Senators Sanders and Warren called for Stumpf's resignation after Wells Fargo's fraudulent account scandal was revealed.

Ken Bone Works for Coal Company Opposed to Climate Regulations

“I got no funding of any kind. I work in coal and I care deeply about the environment.”

From Flint To Standing Rock To Upstate NY, Organizing To Save Our Water

We cannot sacrifice the planet for profits.

Is This Election Inspiring a Democratic Awakening?

A citizen-centered view of democracy emphasizing the agency of the people was widespread in the civil rights movement and is emerging again in the 21st century.

Louisiana’s Tea Party Congressmen Seek Flood Aid – After they Rejected Sandy Relief

In 2013, when Scalise and Cassidy were members of the House, both men voted against the $50 billion aid package for New York following Superstorm Sandy.

Breaking: Activists Reportedly Shut Down Five Pipelines Carrying Tar Sands Oil into U.S.

Activists successfully shut down five pipelines across the U.S. that deliver tar sands oil from Alberta, Canada.

Campaigns End On Election Day — Revolutions Don’t

Grown out of the Bernie Sanders campaign, Our Revolution is working to change the face of American politics.

Gary Johnson – The More You Know Him, the Less You Like Him

The lack of public interest for real democracy showed that Johnson cannot be trusted as a leader.