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The way to save the planet: shrink the economy
July 31, 2015Any real climate change program must deal with a triple challenge, which can only be met by global agreement to replace competition with cooperation.
Read moreIs “human capitalism” the solution to shrinking wages?
July 29, 2015An article recently written in Forbes by a Mr. Ralph Benko proposes "human capitalism" as the solution to the shrinking wages and economic stagnation.
Read moreThe battle lines are drawn: Rightwing neosecession or Third Reconstruction
July 24, 2015We are at a pivotal point in a 35-year long rightwing offensive, begun with the Reagan victory in 1980; neo-secession must be met by a renewed motion for freedom and social justice.
Read moreSandra Bland had the right to say “no”
July 24, 2015Some day organized dissent will change the system that allows cases like that of Sandra Bland to occur; let's make that day happen sooner rather than later.
Read moreHappy fifth birthday, Dodd-Frank Act
July 21, 2015Five years ago, in the wake of the worst economic crisis in U.S. history since the Great Depression, Obama signed the Dodd-Frank act into law.
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