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Why TransCanada's $15 Billion Lawsuit Against U.S. Is a Bad Omen for Trans-Pacific Partnership
The lawsuit presents the latest evidence of a prioritization of corporate profits and interests over the rights of citizens in a sovereign, domestic nation – yet instances like this will only increase with passage of the TPP.
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Defense Industry Revenue Forecast Gushes Over Global Turmoil
The resurgence of global security threats promises a lucrative rebound in defense spending, according to a new report.
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TransCanada Sues U.S. over Keystone XL Pipeline Rejection, Seeking $15 Billion In Damages
TransCanada's lawsuit calls rejection of its permit to build the pipeline unconstitutional and seeks unprecedented damages under NAFTA.
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Income Inequality Is a Health Hazard – Even for the Rich
A public health researcher explains why life expectancy in the United States is falling – and it has to do with income inequality rising.
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The Burden Of Medical Debt: 1 In 5 Insured Americans Still Struggle To Pay Their Bills
The number of people with health insurance continues to grow in the U.S. – though many grappling with the complex system are cutting back on household expenses, working more hours and depleting their savings to pay for healthcare.
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Why We Need Debtors’ Unions, Part III
To build collective power we must work towards understanding Wall Street’s role in mass indebtedness – that is to say, we must politicize the bond market.
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Overdrawn and Overworked: How Banks Are (Still) Screwing Consumers With Overdraft Fees
Overdraft fees are similar to payday loans and they perform like credit cards, but worse. So why hasn't the government cracked down on bank fee manipulation to save consumers from these predatory activities?
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The Illusion of Freedom: Ready for a New Political Radicalism
We are being assaulted by political campaigning that resembles the constant crusading by fascists and communists in past totalitarian societies.
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Why We Need Debtors’ Unions, Part II
Debt fuels crises, taking power out of the hands of all but the financial capitalist class – yet it also presents an opportunity for a new form of resistance to capitalist exploitation, as the threat of crisis can serve as leverage for debtors.
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A Crisis Worse than ISIS? Let the Bail-Ins Begin
This is what is predicted for 2016: the public's massive sacrifice of savings and jobs to prop up a “systemically risky” global banking scheme.
