The Precariat Trap: Why Organized Labor is More Important than Ever
A new word has been coined to explain the difficulties facing working people in our time, “precariat.”
New Record Set for World’s Cheapest Solar
How does Dubai’s record-low solar tariff compare to the U.S.?
Rest In Peace, Dan Berrigan – Just As You Lived
Daniel J. Berrigan lived his life true to his calling, literally practicing what he preached.
King Coal Is Headed to Prison
Don Blankenship is the first murderous coal executive to be put behind bars.
Political Cartoonist Fired for Criticizing Monsanto, Big Ag
The cartoonist drew a cartoon depicting the ridiculous profits Big Ag makes in contrast to local farmers.
Miami-Dade Commissioner Acquitted Despite Failing Sobriety Tests
Although Lyons failed to explain Diaz’s slurred speech, faulty memory, and refusal to take a breathalyzer test if he only had two drinks prior to his arrest, the jury shortly deliberated for a few hours before acquitting the Commissioner.
Former NY State Assembly Speaker Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison
Other former officials from New York that are due for sentencing include New York State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and New York State Sen. John Sampson.
Some Indiana Counties Closed Two-Thirds Of Their Polling Places Ahead Of Record Turnout Election...
Some problems have already popped up. Long lines and voters being turned away are just a few.
The Case for More Immigrants
The number of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. has fallen in recent years. Could it be that we need more immigrants, not less?
Nevada Lawmaker: It’s Okay To Aim Guns At Cops If They Aim At You...
"Whether you’re a stranger, a bad guy, or an officer, and you point your gun at me and you’re gonna shoot me and I have to decide whether it’s my life or your life, I choose my life.”