Interest on the Debt Is Near a Post-War Low
It is also worth noting that we actually could buy back debt at a discount if interest rates rose.
Racism, propaganda and wars
Let’s recognize that wars are rooted in white supremacist and racist ideology that believes only certain people deserve to control their destinies.
Three good reasons to liquidate our empire
The United States is not seriously contemplating its own bankruptcy. It is instead ignoring the meaning of its precipitate economic decline and flirting with insolvency.
British court rules Assange can be extradited to US to face espionage charges
“Today is international human rights day, what a shame. How cynical to have this decision on this day.”
Exploring the shadows of America’s security state
Or how I learned not to love Big Brother.
Progressive Briefing for Wednesday, September 12
Energy Transfer pipeline explodes in Pennsylvania, Trump calls Puerto Rico an 'unsung success', the fight against world hunger, and more.
What is the true cost of inequality?
Americans, in effect, are each paying what amounts to an “inequality tax.”
Meet the Courageous Women Fighting Terrorism in Africa
Women are the backbone of the Somali society. They’re also better skilled in community relations and management skills than the males.
The state of our disunion
This grotesque imbalance is undermining American democracy.
Trump’s dirty money
Russian money saved Trump when his projects were on the verge of collapse. Will it now be the cause of his political demise?