How Inequality Found a Political Voice
A large, newly influential constituency should be welcomed. But it cannot be a substitute for wise leadership, and its existence does not guarantee prudent policies.
When A ‘Tax Bonanza’ Is Actually A Huge Corporate Tax Break
Make these tax-dodging corporations pay the taxes they owe. They don’t deserve a huge tax break, they deserve a huge fine. Simple as that.
Why Bernie Sanders’ Brainstorm Shouldn’t Die
While running for office, Sanders backed the idea of using the US Postal Service as an alternative to pay lenders and other expensive fringe financial services.
Indigenous Youth Occupy Hillary Clinton Campaign Headquarters to Demand She Take Stand on DAPL
While Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, has come out against the pipeline, Hillary Clinton has so far refused to take a stance.
Marijuana’s $2.4 Billion Impact in Colorado Is a lesson for 5 States Considering Legalization
Colorado’s experience suggests starting a legal cannabis industry is one of the most efficient ways to generate new economic activity.
Why Exxon Loves the Carbon Tax—and Voters Should Not
Washington state is considering putting a price on carbon emissions. This will not fix our climate problem and, in fact, will help fossil fuel companies continue to profit from it.
From Norway to Peru, U.S. to Philippines, a Tsunami of Activists Suing for Climate...
The cases currently in court will only see breakthroughs if supplemented with the strength of the global climate movement at large.
Report Warns TPP Will Force Another Mass-Migration Into US
“Look around the rain-fed corn farms in Oaxaca state, and in vast areas of Mexico, and one sees few young men, just elderly people and single mothers.”
Why 2016 May See a Record Top 1%
America’s top earners will be rushing to maximize their 2016 income if Democrats gain a sweep in November. But what happens next will be what really matters.
Waking Up in Hillary Clinton’s America
Hillary won’t do anything to upset that applecart. We should have no illusions about what her presidency would mean from a Wall Street vs. Main Street perspective.