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Obama Says He Will Address Inversions Obama pledges to act on inversions. Politico: "'“We don’t want companies that up until now were playing by the rules looking over their shoulder at some competitor gaming the system. … We want to move quickly — as quickly as...
Should Populists Declare Victory?
Pundits suggest populism is capturing the Democratic Party and that populists should declare victory, invite all into their tent, and stop challenging wayward New Democrats and centrists who admit their errors.
The "Perfect Storm" Behind Toledo's Toxic Tap Water
The crisis that made the water in Toledo, Ohio, unsafe to drink this past weekend is over, for now, but the “perfect storm” that created it rages on: pollution, conservatism, corporate lobbying and climate change.
More Pushback On Multiple Fronts Against TPP and Fast-Track
A Republican Senate candidate comes out against the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Two open letters from members of Congress question it. A former WTO director-general warns about it. And there are actions you can take.
Another Immigration Victory In a GOP Primary That No One Told You About
The story of the 2014 Republican primaries is the failure of the Tea Party to punish Republicans who show openness to immigration reform. Unfortunately, it's a story that hasn't been told.
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Walgreen To Stay, More Inversions To Come Walgreen responds to pressure, won't leave US to dodge taxes. WSJ: "Walgreen Co. has decided not to relocate its corporate headquarters, people familiar with the matter said, amid complications in pulling off the transaction...
Victory for Americans: Walgreens Won’t “Invert” to Avoid U.S. Taxes
Big news: Walgreens will not “invert” to become a Swiss company to avoid U.S. taxes. This is a victory for a powerful alliance of citizen groups under the banner of Americans for Tax Fairness. Now let's reform corporate taxes.
Lawmakers Showcase Using 'Womenomics' To Rebuild The Middle Class
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi goes to a Hyattsville bakery to highlight the progressive policies that can enable women – and men – to achieve financial security.
Perhaps We Need Corporate 'Loyalty Oaths'
Walgreens has announced that it won't do an "inversion" that will enable it to cut its corporate taxes by renouncing its U.S. citizenship. But we still need to deter other companies from going that route.
Why Did Rand Paul Run Away?
Sen. Rand Paul's immigration proposal is an incoherent mess that can't stand real scrutiny. When faced with an undocumented immigrant who's life is on the line, Paul decided to flee the scene.
