Thursday, November 21, 2024

Tag: Koch brothers

Prominent Conservative Will Only Support Republican Candidates If They Walk Back...

Despite his criticisms of Cruz and Trump, Koch said that he and his network would not be supporting or opposing any of the candidates.

The Oilman Who Loved Dictators

In the United States three quarters of a century later, well-funded climate change deniers and the political network supported by the Koch brothers are testimony to the enduring power of the oil industry.

What the Koch Brothers Have to Do With the Flint Water...

The water crisis in Flint is the tragic result of the wrong people in power.

Koch Brothers Plotting Multimillion Dollar War on Electric Vehicles

The fossil fuel industry is allegedly funding a new organization that will spend $10 million a year to push petroleum-based transportation fuels and attack government subsidies on EVs.

The Kochs Are Ghostwriting America’s Story

Progressives need to fight back with their own "metanarrative" against the tall tales of the right wing.

Why Media Should Be Skeptical Of Koch Brothers’ New Anti-Poverty Group

Media should know that: previous Koch-backed poverty and education efforts have been coupled with ideological proselytizing, Stand Together's executive director is a Koch veteran and former Republican congressional candidate who repeatedly fearmongered about the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

During Paris Climate Summit, Obama Signed Exxon-, Koch-Backed Bill Expediting Pipeline...

The provision sets a specific timeline as to how long environmental reviews should take, setting the limit to just under half a year.

The Go-to Guy for Corporate Moochers

Scott Walker is a proven budget whacker giving corporations the goldmine, while students get the shaft. So when a corporation wants public money, Walker is their go-to-guy.

Making Science History

The Koch brothers are buying up museum boards to influence others of their junk climate theories. Isn’t it odd that infamous science-deniers are directing a science museum?

Kissing the Koch Ring

Corporate spending was bad in previous years, but wait until 2016 as it is set to corrupt the candidates and greatly diminish voter participation. This time around, the Koch machine will spend three times more than last year’s midterm elections.

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Senate rejects Sanders’ push to halt US arms sales as weapons fuel 44,000 deaths...

The Senate overwhelmingly voted against the measures, leaving advocates of peace and human rights questioning U.S. complicity in the alleged war crimes unfolding in Gaza.

Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections

Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas leader in landmark decision

The ICC’s decision follows months of investigation into allegations of atrocities committed by both Israeli forces and Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in international justice.

A progressive vision for education in the 21st century

This system spans early childhood education, K-12 education, higher education, and workforce development—each piece a load-bearing support for the American dream.

David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...

As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.