Thursday, January 16, 2025

Tag: economy

Why is Washington still pushing the trans-pacific partnership?

The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) embodies the stacked deck. It was negotiated in secret of, by and for the global corporations.

What Does It Take to Survive Where You Live?

A new report concludes that current federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour doesn’t come close, anywhere in the United States.

Small Business Owners Take to the Letters Page to Take On...

Small business owners are speaking out against Donald Trump.

Elizabeth Warren Calls for President to Replace SEC Chair

Sen. Elizabeth Warren wrote a letter to President Obama urging the replacement of Mary Jo White as chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The Wealthiest Nation on Earth? It’s Time to Dispel That Myth

The fires of this political movement to force this government to bring an end to this inequality have been ignited. We’ll see if those flames can be fanned and this movement sustained.

21st Century Amerika, A Reality Show

“As our cities and towns crumble, literally and financially, we are ready to anoint one of these two predators as the new stooge of empire.”

Jail Wells Fargo CEO and Chairman John Stumpf!

Stumpf’s actions were not merely “unethical” — they were criminal. And in the current system, he’ll not only get away with it, he'll profit more than handsomely.

If You Liked the Bush Economy, You’ll Love Trump’s Economy

Trump, like Bush, will attempt to grow the economy by giving corporations and upper class lower taxes.

The Death of Banks, Brokers and Credit Card Companies

What is unique and potentially revolutionary about a national blockchain currency is that it would eliminate the need for banks in the payments system.

Some Corporations are Wealthier and More Powerful than Some Countries

Corporations have too much power to influence society and government.

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The Santa Ana by Joan Didion

Written by Joan Didion, The Santa Ana ("Los Angeles Notebook"/Slouching Towards Bethlehem) was published in The Saturday Evening Post in 1965.

Ukrainian neutrality is still the key to peace

The article explains why Ukrainian neutrality is still the key to peace, just as it was when Ukraine and Russia negotiated a draft peace agreement in March and April 2022, which the United States tragically rejected and blocked.

FTC report exposes big pharma middlemen inflating drug prices by up to 7,736%

Report reveals big pharma middlemen inflating drug prices, reaping billions in excess revenue.

GOP’s Medicaid cuts plan draws widespread backlash as experts warn of devastating consequences

Leaked GOP plan shows intent to strip millions of Americans of healthcare access.

Trump’s External Revenue Service sparks alarm over regressive tax hikes and wealthy giveaways

Trump’s tariff-driven plan to fund tax cuts for the wealthy faces criticism from economists and lawmakers.