Food and Farming
The EPA’s War on Science Continues
The EPA wants to ban research that doesn’t violate the privacy of its subjects. That means less science — and fewer rules for polluters.
If Money Is Tight, Climate Change Is Your Issue
40 percent of Americans can’t afford a $400 emergency — and more emergencies are coming.
Trump to Small Farmers: Get Lost
As hundreds of Wisconsin dairy farms go under, the White House is telling them to clear out for the big guys.
Mega Merger, Mega Mess
Corporate takeovers and consolidations aren’t just bad morals, but bad business too.
What Government for the Rich Looks Like
Plutocracy means spending millions to harass hungry poor families who have a dime more than Trump thinks they should have.
Who’s Burning the Amazon?
The fires are no accident. They’re set by people turning a profit in a grocery store near you.
Just Who Got Trump’s Farm Bailouts?
Rich families cashed in on over half the bailout money set aside for farmers hurt by Trump’s trade policies.
Where’s the Beef in NAFTA 2.0?
Trump’s new trade deal would encourage multinational meat packers to abandon America’s family ranchers.
The Green New Deal Must Be Global
For a planet-wide climate crisis, solutions must also span the planet.
You Don’t Save Money By Forcing People to Go Hungry
Food stamps helped me get back on my feet during a tough time. Cutting them is lose-lose.