C.J. Atkins

C.J. Atkins is the managing editor at People's World. He holds a Ph.D. in political science from York University in Toronto and has a research and teaching background in political economy and the politics and ideas of the American left. In addition to his work at People's World, C.J. currently serves as the Deputy Executive Director of ProudPolitics.

LATEST ARTICLES BY C.J. Atkins

U.S.

With Scalia’s death, 4-4 split means uncertain outcomes in major cases
February 15, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
The sudden injection of a Supreme Court nomination battle into the midst of the presidential primaries hugely raises the stakes for November.
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Labor

Arkansas poultry workers see wages plucked
February 9, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
Tyson Foods delivered the news to shareholders that its income soared by 49 percent; but the poultry workers who made all this money for the chicken titan face serious struggles.
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U.S.

Progressive economist on Sanders platform: Median income would soar to $82k
February 9, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
Sanders' programs will increase economic activity and employment and promote a more just prosperity with a narrowing of economic inequality.
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U.S.

Billionaires for Bernie? Third Way would have you think so
February 5, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
At the core of Third Way's political practice has always been the idea that the rich already pay too much in taxes, so we've got to stop asking them to pony up more cash.
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World

Marking 30 years of economic reform, Vietnam moves ahead
February 1, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
Three decades have passed since Vietnam first embarked on the process of economic opening and reform known as Doi Moi, or "Renovation."
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World

Explosions in Venezuelan capital, ultra-left blamed as tensions rise
January 28, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
Four small explosive devices were detonated, three at a shopping mall and another near the Venezuelan National Assembly building.
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World

Iran sanctions eased, exiles urge more progress on democratic rights
January 22, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
The Tudeh Party brought attention to the government's economic failings as one reason for its willingness to negotiate with international powers.
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U.S.

An old-fashioned red scare? Sanders, socialism, and the Democrats’ anti-communism
January 21, 2016 By C.J. Atkins
Numerous Democrats have warned us about what "awful things" will happen if Sanders gets the nomination.
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