by Richard Eskow | Jul 2, 2013 | Blog
"The American people are on our side," says Rep. Keith Ellison, co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. "The time is now." Ellison was talking to a small group of writers and activists about higher tax rates for US corporations. Although he was upbeat,...
by Dave Johnson | Jun 29, 2013 | Blog
During the first years of the Obama administration the Republican strategy was to obstruct efforts to improve the economy and bring more jobs. Then, at election time they went to the public saying, "Obama hasn't made things better." But now they are moving into...
by Terrance Heath | Jun 28, 2013 | Blog
Immigration reform has really got Republicans tied up in knots. Only 14 Senate Republicans voted for immigration reform, even after two weeks of debate, and with the addition of beefed up border security measures. Now it's up to the House, where Republicans managed to...
by Richard Eskow | Jun 28, 2013 | Blog
A judicious writer avoids adjectives like "mindblowing," especially when covering political or economic issues. But no other word seems to describe the stunning reality of corporate taxation in modern America, which cries out for the italics-heavy,...
by Terrance Heath | Jun 28, 2013 | Blog
"If any of you can show just cause why these two may not lawfully be married," goes the familiar line from the marriage liturgy, "speak now; or else for ever hold your peace." After Wednesday, there is no just cause why same-sex couples may not be lawfully married....
by Nehemiah Rolle | Jun 28, 2013 | Blog
The Farm Bill’s recent defeat in the House of Representatives opens up a second chance to get food policy right — including the food aid we give struggling individuals and families. A Michigan and Ohio program could provide some inspiration. The legislation would have...
