“Platform Extractivism”: Inside Venezuela’s Hidden Workforce Training AI Algorithms for Pennies
A new book traces how Venezuelans, squeezed by hyperinflation, came to power AI systems for as little as 50 cents an hour under an algorithm acting as manager.
The Flame of Intolerance Still Flickers in Alabama
Inequality, racism and segregation persist with remarkable tenacity in Alabama. The state will "continually have to confront its resistance to comply with the Constitution and respect the dignity and aspirations of all people.”
Is Greece’s ‘No’ on the Debt Referendum Another Youth Revolution?
The way politics works, and the different categories of politics, has changed drastically over the past few years. Having a left, right, socialist, capitalist, etc. view is beginning not to matter, while Millennials enter into the world of activism and human rights.
US government is pushing to gain unprecedented access to your medical records – as...
Large datasets can be useful research tools, but current government efforts to gather medical records depend on policy and technology that falls short of protecting people’s privacy.
Maryland lawmakers endorse ban to stop big tech companies from tracking children’s data
Maryland Kids Code would ban technology companies from tracking minors' activity online and then using the data to push targeted ads or manipulate their online behavior for profit.
Jailed for Speaking to the Press: How the Obama Admin Ruined Life of State...
After being accused of discussing classified documents on North Korea with a Fox News reporter, Stephen Kim was sentenced to 13 months in prison for violating the Espionage Act. Peter Maass, award-winning investigative journalist, discusses the case on Democracy Now.
Abortion bans impede efforts to address domestic violence: An alarming consequence
The very doctors who play a crucial role in identifying and assisting victims of intimate partner violence, namely OB-GYNs, are facing increasing challenges in providing this essential care.
How many more times must we say the same thing?
If you’re not actively doing something to prevent the violence from occurring, then you’re part of the problem.
Court clears Greta Thunberg and climate activists of charged offenses from London protest
Judge Laws said at the conclusion of the case on Feb. 2 at Westminster magistrates court "that the crown had failed to present enough evidence to prove their case."
A Model Philanthropist
Ron Read, a philanthropist and janitor from a small-town in Vermont, shocked his community by leaving behind millions for the common good—gifting the largest bequest to the local library and hospital. What a great way to restore faith in humankind.





