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Permanent Cures for Debt Ceiling Crises
Joe Firestone January 30, 2018 Economic Justice Policy Essay
While our attention is on the chaos and consequences of debt ceiling crises, is a good time to consider how we might eliminate them entirely. Here’s a rundown on the four most important methods one can use.
Why I Call Myself a Real Progressive
Mark Harvey January 30, 2018 Democracy Our Community
You cannot stand for progress if you are unwilling to change things that need to be changed.
Some Advice for Linsey Fagan and Other Progressive Candidates
Joe Firestone January 29, 2018 Economic Justice Policy Essay
How should she cope with that situation, which she is sure to hit soon if she hasn’t already gotten there? Well, here is where MMT can help her and other progressive candidates.
No, Trump, You Don’t Get To Evoke FDR
Loren Hall January 29, 2018 Democracy Policy Essay
It’s been said that Trump’s infrastructure plan has all the hallmarks of an FDR-era public works program. Here’s why that’s not true.
Debunking Superfoods #2: Whole Grains Are Marketed by Drug Companies
Becky Simpson January 28, 2018 Health and Well-being Informative
In the second installment of the Debunking Superfoods series, we discuss whole grains, which are grain products that keep the husky outside parts of the grain after processing.
Another Modest Proposal: The Future of Austerity Politics
Becky Simpson January 27, 2018 Economic Justice Policy Essay
The similarities of colonial Britain and the politics in American society today are brought to light by examining a centuries-old satirical essay, A Modest Proposal.
The Women’s March and It’s Resistance
Joy Marie Mann January 26, 2018 Equality with Justice Policy Essay
It should go without saying that all women should feel as though they are being represented. If people leave the event feeling forgotten, we need to do better. Period.
Debunking Superfoods #1: Coconut Water Kills More Old People Than Bananas
Becky Simpson January 24, 2018 Health and Well-being Informative
One fad that has yet to completely go away are ‘superfoods”. This is the first segment in my Superfoods series, an in-depth look at the liquid gold of superfoods, Coconut Water.
Canada: Flagellation Letter in National Post
Larry Kazdan January 24, 2018 Economic Justice Published
So-called “fiscal anchors” instituted in peacetime are simply ideological vehicles intended to limit government spending, much as medieval monks recommended flagellation as a means of curbing unwanted desires.
Trigger Warning: Women’s Rights Have Little To Do With Race
Becky Simpson January 24, 2018 Equality with Justice Policy Essay
Women’s rights, by definition, can’t be expected to advocate issues that affect the rights of men and male-identifying individuals. Nor can they effectively advocate for race issues.
The Science of Progressivism: Human Nature, Pt. II
Loren Hall January 23, 2018 Informative Published
The way we are made shines light on how we should live. The way the natural world is made shines light on the world we should live in.
The People’s Convergence Conference Was A Breakthrough For Progressive Cooperation
DC Rutledge January 20, 2018 Economic Justice Policy Essay
The People’s Convergence Conference brought so many new ideas and strategies together, which will only strengthen the burgeoning coalition. One thing is for sure, a new era of progressive cooperation is beginning to take shape.
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