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VW Case Shows Need For More And Bigger Government
This week's news about VW is hardly an isolated case of corporations defrauding the public, That's why we need an entity more powerful than these corporations whose purpose is to protect the public.
Atlanta Fed Suggests We're Still Far From Full Employment
Is 5.1 percent unemployment about as good as it will ever get? Two researchers at the Atlanta Fed propose another measure of the job market that suggests we still have a ways to go.
Pope Francis Is Speaking Truth to Power. Let's Answer His Call to Action
The Pope is calling on the Congress, corporate heads, and all of us to choose fair wages over profits, to welcome immigrants rather than leave them homeless, to stop polluting rather than leave people sick.
Can Republicans Avoid Embarrassment During The Pope's Visit?
The days of Republicans getting away with painting Democrats and liberals as incompatible with faith are behind us. And the risk of political embarrassment this week remains squarely with the GOP.
We Must Fight Poverty With Justice
As Pope Francis brings his message on caring for the poor to America, the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest report reminds us that our efforts to fight poverty are working, but are not enough.
Progressive Breakfast
Obama and Pope To Meet Moral Action on Climate Justice Rally to coincide with Pope Francis' congressional address tomorrow: Join the Moral Action for Climate Justice Rally to demand urgent action on the climate crisis – and a strong response to the cry of the Poor....
Scott Walker Proves You Can't Union-Bash Your Way To The White House
Now it is clear how narrow Scott Walker's base of support was, and how limited is the strategy of union-bashing. Republicans might want to consider appealing to union workers rather than bashing them.
The Pope Goes to Prison. The Bishops Explain Why.
We cram more and more people into solitary confinement, and opportunities for meaningful education and rehabilitation are scarce. The Pope offers us a chance to get it right.
Non-Candidates for President
Once upon a time, presidential contenders and their political parties raised the funds needed to pay for the campaigns. How quaint. Now, thanks to the Supreme Court’s meddling in the democratic process, corporations have taken charge.
Meet The Real Carly Fiorina
The Republican establishment appears to have decided that the former Hewlett-Packard CEO will save it from Donald Trump. Will Fiorina do for America what she did to HP?
