economy – Page 114 – People's World

Debt-ceiling showdown, Republican stand collapsing, now what?

July 18, 2011 By John Case

Is it a train wreck? A gathering tsunami? Just a fake drama?

Are republics democratic?

July 18, 2011 By Thomas Riggins

If we live in a country where some citizens' votes count more than others - in other words, in which "one person, one vote" is really not the standard - how can we claim to be...

Eric Cantor: GOP drama queen with an agenda

July 18, 2011 By Ryan C. Ebersole

Cantor's most cruel political grandstanding came after the terrible tornado that ravaged Joplin, Mo., killing and injuring hundreds this year. Cantor proclaimed that he would block all federal relief funding for the suffering people of Joplin...

Budget must “respect, protect” women, coalition says

July 15, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

National Council of Womens' Organizations launched the Respect, Protect, Reject Campaign, and is calling on lawmakers to uphold Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid and emphasize women's concerns in the talks.

Republicans’ extortion needs a resounding “No”

July 15, 2011 By PW Editorial Board

A two-part response is needed to Eric Cantor and his fellow Republicans.