From Democracy to Plutocracy

In American politics, the past not only sticks with us, but it often provides the best definition of what’s going on in the politics of the present, so it can be useful to revisit some powerful words from our history. Today’s media and political powers,...
Libya: It’s All about the Oil

Libya: It’s All about the Oil

If our troops, We do embroil; It has to be For gas or oil. If the U.S.-NATO war on Libya sounds pretty fishy to you, go to the head of the class. You’re way ahead of Congress and the most influential media outlets. Lawmakers and pundits know full well why...

Finally, Obama Leads on the Deficit

Republicans have criticized President Barack Obama for his “failure to lead,” particularly when it comes to shrinking the budget deficit. Well, the other day he led. He offered up a long-term plan for controlling the deficit while protecting programs that...

Gubernatorial Goofiness in Maine

Here’s a bit of political trivia: Three of the goofiest, most anti-worker governors in America are named Rick. What’re the odds of that? They are Scott of Florida, Snyder of Michigan, and Perry of Texas. But all three Ricardos are in danger of being...
Nukes: You Can Never Turn Your Back

Nukes: You Can Never Turn Your Back

Nukes sure make Electrons flow; But they also Make us glow. 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...