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Dirty Old Man Contest
Are you fit to grope the presidency?
It’s Time for $15 and a Union
A minimum wage hike would boost earnings for 40 million workers.
For Military Contractors, Tax Day Is Pay Day
Lockheed Martin’s CEO took home $20 million while enlisted soldiers got just $20,000. Why? Because corporations have hijacked the military.
Supervillain Economics
A new White House report proposes cutting regulations to protect workers and children, while piling on yet more tax cuts for billionaires.
The Death Penalty Is Getting Crueler
A horrific new ruling would let states execute people in more painful ways, even when alternatives are available.
A Cure for Excessive Wealth Disorder
Here’s a simple test to determine whether politicians are carrying water for the richest 0.1 percent.
Facebook: The Grim Reaper (of Data)
Undertaker of democracy and innovation.
What I Learned in Iran
The U.S. and Iran are more alike than not, but for one troubling difference: sanctions.
We All Practice ‘Identity Politics’
Communities have a right to say what they need. Why is it only a problem when certain communities speak up?
The Right to a Good Night’s Sleep
One of the worst parts of experiencing homelessness is the utter exhaustion. But getting rest can be transformative.
