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Obama’s Nuclear GPS
Nukes: You Can Never Turn Your Back
Supporters of nuclear power and nuclear weapons enjoy a number of intrinsic advantages over their opponents. The first is money. Atoms make for high stakes gambling. Anyone who wins a contract for bombs or electricity can make zillions. This means there’s lots of cash available for lobbying, bribes, and campaign contributions.
The Lineup: Week of April 11-17, 2011
John Feffer argues that the war on Libya shouldn’t translate into yet another budget increase for the Pentagon.
Libya War Is No Pentagon Lifeline
The United States is fighting another war–of unknown scope and length–in Libya. At a time of budget-cutting fever on Capitol Hill, the war represents a potential lifeline for the Pentagon. If you believe the Libya operation justifies current U.S. military spending levels–or even an increase–think again.
World War II’s Invisible Wounds
World War II: the good and righteous war. We still celebrate in the 21st century the heroic success of the 16.2 million who fought in the last uncomplicated conflict.
News Flash: Americans Aren’t Anti-Worker
When Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker decided to use a battle over his state’s budget deficit to go after public-sector workers, a lot of folks in the mainstream media thought this was a smart move. People are tired of “overpaid” government workers and their cushy benefits, according to conventional wisdom. And, after all, Walker had to do something. The state was “broke,” the TV broadcasters told us.
Islamophobia is Un-American
Earlier this year, hundreds of people turned out in Yorba Linda, California to protest the appearance of two highly controversial Muslim speakers at a dinner held to benefit local charitable projects. The scene outside the social hall quickly turned ugly, even frightening.
NPR’s Stupid Situation
National Public Radio is having a tough time. It’s being beaten up and knocked down, and its good name is getting dragged through the mud.
Mickey Mouse Wage Hike
Good news, people: America’s wages are up–the average worker is making more today than a year ago! How much more, you ask? Get ready to be excited: 58 cents a week.
Diagnosing a Military-Industrial Complex
