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The First Democratic Presidential Debate Had Adults On The Stage
It doesn't matter who "won." The candidates showed they all are concerned about governing the country and proposing actual policies that will help actual people have better lives.
Social Security Benefits Eroded By Inadequate Inflation Adjustment
A zero cost-of-living increase for Social Security is no small matter. You would be hard pressed to find a senior who has not seen the cost of medical care, prescription drugs, food and other necessities go up.
The House Freedom Caucus Is a Cancer On The Republican Party
Boehner and McCarthy ducking a fight with the Freedom Caucus on the basis of party unity is like refusing to get chemotherapy because you want your body to be united with your cancerous tumor.
The Real Problem with Private Prisons. Hint: It’s Not the Lobbying.
Private prisons are a cancer. But they fill up because they are there. Companies build them, and people come. No need for pesky voter approved bond financing of public works.
TPP: Foie Gras for Corporations; Dead Rats for Workers
New Zealand Trade Minister Tim Groser said the TPP contained dead rats every country had to swallow. American workers know they’ll be force-fed the dead rats while the TPP will serve corporations foie gras on silver platters.
Progressive Breakfast
Dem Debate Tonight 9 PM ET on CNN Debate tonight is "Bernie's Big Moment" says The Hill: "If the two-hour encounter goes well for Sanders, it could create more momentum ... On the other hand, a misfire could place a ceiling on his hopes..." Sanders gets second...
The Democratic Debate: A Brief Field Guide
The pundits are already dreading that the first Democratic presidential debate might feature an exchange of ideas rather than insults. The moderators will try to "fix that." Here are some program notes.
What Is This 'Cadillac Tax' Health Insurance Thingy?
You may have heard about the "Cadillac tax" health insurance thing. What is it, and what are the arguments in favor of and against this tax?
Wingnut Week In Review: Boehner’s Nightmare
House Speaker John Boehner has a recurring nightmare about being stuck, unable to move. The complete implosion of the race for his successor this week might mean Boehner’s nightmare is coming true.
Why Won't Democrats Talk Straight About Trade?
On trade, every Democratic presidential nominee has for the past three decades campaigned one way and governed another. Why does this keep happening? The answer is not money.
