Economics
GOP goes for win on taxes, consequences be damned
December 1, 2017Republicans are appeasing fat-cat CEOs and shareholders to get themselves a win on taxes.
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China cements “Silk Road” ties to central and eastern Europe
November 28, 2017"We see the ‘One Belt, One Road’ initiative as a new form of globalization based on common respect and common advantages."
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Under siege: Socialist Venezuela pushes back against U.S. and its allies
November 22, 2017The Maduro government is holding on, despite fearsome economic challenges and an opposition fortified by a combative business class and U.S. support.
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For 26th time, UN vote calls for end to U.S. blockade of Cuba
November 2, 2017Last year, the U.S. abstained. The switch this year back to a “No” vote reflects a resurgent offensive against Cuba by the Trump administration.
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What REAL tax reform—for working people—could look like
November 2, 2017The Republican plan isn’t tax reform—it’s a rip-off scheme.
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