The president of wrath trolls the politics of rage
Today, we’re stuck with not only a presidency devoid of joy but one powered by irresponsible, heartless rage and denial.
What our grandchildren will do when the jobs are gone
These are the jobs that should command respect, now and in the future.
Trump’s top tax official built career helping billionaires dodge taxes
Ken Kies, a longtime lobbyist for major corporations and the ultra-wealthy, now leads the Treasury’s tax policy office under Trump—just as Republicans push for new tax cuts benefiting the richest Americans.
Pro-fossil fuel senators grill Deb Haaland as she bids to become first Indigenous cabinet...
Congressmember Deb Haaland, President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the Interior Department, could become the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary if she is confirmed.
Rev. William Barber: Tear gassing Central American migrants is inhumane, unconstitutional, immoral
"This is white nationalism being played out in public policy. This is racism being played out in public policy. This is also inhumane."
Pakistan’s Parliament First in the World to Go 100% Solar
“Pakistan’s solar insolation is one of the highest in the world, and foreign investors are taking note.”
Applause as AOC, Porter, Pressley, and Tlaib head to House Financial Services Committee
"Now our movement has a voice to take on the greed and recklessness on Wall Street."
Samuel L. Jackson and Stephen Colbert Team Up to Fund America’s Classrooms
The actor and the talk show host want the public to back projects on the education crowdfunding website DonorsChoose.org.
Sports teams: The everlasting tax shelter for billionaires
A perverse loophole allows owners of profitable teams — and their heirs — to lower their tax bills by claiming huge paper losses.
Sanders Soars: The Democratic Race Is Closer Than The Republicans’
Bernie Sanders swept three caucuses last weekend by huge margins, knocking Hillary Clinton's pledged delegate lead down below 300.