Wednesday, February 11, 2026

What a wonderful world

A system produces leaders who reflect the dominant values of its components.

Technology empires and the race to cement dominance

American and Chinese influence increasingly relies on technology services, and both powers are attempting to solidify their dominance even as other countries catch up.

The next frontier of climate accountability: Making Big Food pay its ecological bill

The “polluter pays” principle transformed the energy industry half a century ago. Now, as industrial agriculture drives climate breakdown, deforestation, and water scarcity, experts say it’s time to apply the same rule to our food systems—and make corporations, not consumers, bear the cost of the damage.

Why are there 40 million people in the US living below

If change can be achieved, it should be a combination of substantial taxes on those with wealth, and programs that offer essential elements of a good life to all in the society.

What will it take to end Trump’s ICE raids?

Our reliance on armed agents of the state has led to fascism. The only way out is to abolish policing and militarism.

The Trump-Mamdani show was amazing. But downsides for Progressives could turn out to be...

Trump and Mamdani found each other newly useful last Friday. Only later will we know who was more effectively using whom.

The rising cost of your morning brew: How climate change is brewing a coffee...

Severe weather, shifting trade policies, and a lack of support for small farmers are driving coffee prices sky high. Without urgent investment, your daily brew could become a luxury.

Hegseth: The gathering, post-mortem: ‘No more dudes in dresses…No more beardos’

Trump and his minions do not deal with history or reality, only a mish-mash of self-serving fantasies.

The US Constitution may hold the key to solving the climate crisis

Drawing from U.S. case law and legislation, an argument for climate action centered on birthright equity is building momentum.

Blockbuster exposé confirms H.G. Wells’ truism that “human history” is “a race between education and catastrophe.”

Gayle Greene’s “Immeasurable Outcomes” presents an impassioned manifesto to revive quality, democratic education that redeems college teaching and re-seeds enlightened, disaster-averting voters.