IRS "scandal" may not be so scandalous after all
One of the numerous "scandal" stories in the news this week is the revelation that the IRS supposedly "targeted" conservative political groups for special attention and tax audits.
Letter from Puerto Rico: A workers' commune flourishes
In the village where we stayed, we heard stories of a "fishing commune" nearby. That description demanded that we investigate.
Chris Hayes’ “Twilight of the Elites” explodes meritocracy myth
But the critical mechanism of "exploitation" so central to a meaningful, class-based analysis is completely absent.
Fascism defeated 68 years ago; will it return?
On May 8 and 9, 1945, the world celebrated the end of the Second World War. Since then, Victory in Europe Day has been celebrated by scores of countries.
Remembering Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman
"A true metal master, he gave energy and excitement to millions, and will continue to."
CLUW co-founding officer Elinor Glenn dies at 98
"Her leadership, strength and wisdom contributed to CLUW's growth and will inspire young leaders in the future."
Quakers unite, and inspire, on gun violence
The Religious Society of Friends, known as Quakers, have an expression called "holding in the light..."
Only one place to cut: Pentagon
There is a smart, good, and doable solution. We must move the money to invest in programs that will create jobs and turn the economy around.
New attack on Assata Shakur provokes ire
Anti-communism and a failed Cuba policy are among the factors behind placing Assata Shakur on the FBI Most Wanted list.
Austerity-to-prosperity lie based on "bogus math"
Republicans are committed to the belief that the only way out of the economic crisis is through austerity for the people. Clearly many Democrats as well buy into this profits-before-people policy.
