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Yearly Archives: 2017

A political party worth joining

Bob Fest – where 10,000 Wisconsinites gathered last year in the fighting spirit of La Follette, determined to stop the corporate governor's cynical end run.

How America’s ego could save the planet

We need some of America’s ego now, just like 60 years ago, when the Soviet accomplishments in space drove us toward a singular world-changing goal.

The 15 warnings signs of impending tyranny

Consider yourself warned.

How to save $23 trillion per year: 100% renewable energy for the world

Political obstacles would make this plan difficult to implement, but a solution to global warming is technically and economically feasible.

The real face of Washington (and America)

Thank You, Donald Trump

The Democratic Party line that could torch civil liberties … and maybe help blow...

We should reject the guidance of politicians and commentators who are all too willing to throw basic tenets of civil liberties overboard.

House GOP backs down on plans to gut ethics panel after sparking outrage

Lawmakers spearheading the effort to gut the OCE have come under investigation in recent years.

Anti-fracking movement alarmed at Trump’s focus on fossil fuels

Resistance against fracking is growing, and the results of Trump’s support remain to be seen.

Chicago greets the new year with violence

These frequent bursts of deadly violence in Chicago have brought stories of personal tragedy and struggle to national attention.

How Americans became poor

If we want to create a vibrant middle class, we have to abandon slogans and simplistic solutions and understand the bigger picture.