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Obama at the Lincoln Memorial: Right Direction, Missed Opportunities
President Obama gave a speech that hit many of the right themes but failed to light a fire because its chemistry was not up to the demands of the moment. But, at the end, it is not the quality of the president's rhetoric that matters.
Mexican Food for Thought
Nearly half of Mexico’s inhabitants live in poverty; 11.5 million live in extreme poverty. Our nation has a long way to fall before we reach Mexico's level of impoverishment, but some of our lawmakers appear willing to get there faster.
A Corporate Tax Idea That Fixes Lots Of Problems
Here is one thing Congress could do that would create more jobs, boost the economy and reduce both the budget deficit and the trade deficit. It would provide a big boost now, and an ongoing boost from now on.
#cliffgate Officially Begins Next Tuesday
As I've said before, I'm calling the end of this year's debate two things: budget bedlam and "#cliffgate." No matter which name you use, it will begin when Congress returns to Washington next week.
Progressive Breakfast
Today, The March Honored Presidents Obama, Clinton and Carter to speak today for 50th anniversary of March on Washington beginning at 11:30 AM ET. Obama previews speech on Tom Joyner Show: "When it comes to the economy, when it comes to inequality, when it comes to...
Where King Stood, The Standard President Obama Must Meet
Much of the press is speculating about whether President Obama's speech on the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington can reach the “King standard.” But this is the wrong standard by which to measure the president.
My Dream -- It All Starts With Jobs
As we remember Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech, it is a good time to reflect on our own dreams of what our society could become. What is my dream? It starts with jobs. But it goes on from there.
We're Still Hostages to the Big Banks
Anat Admati makes a compelling case for effective financial reform in a recent New York Times op-ed entitled “We’re All Still Hostages to the Big Banks." Admati rightfully notes that we are still unsafe.
Let's Change Perceptions of Black Men And Boys
We must urge our media to convey agency to black men and boys themselves, not just to reinforce negative stereotypes. We all lose if we are told only about the disparities and not the achievements and successes of Black men and boys.
Climate Summer 2013: America On Fire
The unofficial end of summer is upon us, and the climate is leaving its mark. As of last week, 51 wildfires were still burning across the country. 97% of Texas is suffering from drought. And July was the hottest month ever.
