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Chris Hedges’ catastrophism is faulty politics
February 10, 2014While Hedges goes beyond liberal analysts in his critiques of present-day society, he also in my view falls into the trap of what I call "political catastrophism."
Read moreRepublicans issue sketchy immigration tenets
February 6, 2014The Republican principles give some things to the immigrant community but also impose severe new repressive measures.
Read moreAltoona rally backs locked-out utility workers
February 5, 2014The show of support heartened the members of Utility Workers Local 102, who have manned a constant picket line.
Read moreUnions jump into the controversy over Keystone pipeline
February 5, 2014Environmental activists, among them many union members, are escalating their protests against approval of the pipeline.
Read moreMajor Duke Energy ash spill turns Dan River gray
February 5, 2014Duke Energy and local officials assure residents that the water is fine. End of subject. But the crisis isn't over.
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