George Zornick

Washington Editor

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George Zornick is The Nation's former Washington editor.

What the CEOs Lobbying on the Fiscal Cliff Really Want

What the CEOs Lobbying on the Fiscal Cliff Really Want What the CEOs Lobbying on the Fiscal Cliff Really Want

The sacrifice preached by these CEOs in the fiscal cliff debate is most certainly one-sided.

Nov 28, 2012 / George Zornick

Progressives Organize Push for a Strong SEC Chair Progressives Organize Push for a Strong SEC Chair

A petition demanding Obama appoint someone who will hold Wall Street accountable has already gained a significant number of signatures. 

Nov 27, 2012 / George Zornick

Mary Schapiro’s Departure Creates an Opportunity for a Stronger SEC

Mary Schapiro’s Departure Creates an Opportunity for a Stronger SEC Mary Schapiro’s Departure Creates an Opportunity for a Stronger SEC

Obama has a chance to vigorously pursue a new era at the agency of tough enforcement and the implementation of strong new rules on Wall Street behavior.

Nov 26, 2012 / George Zornick

Keystone Protesters March on the White House Keystone Protesters March on the White House

A decision is due on the Keystone XL pipeline again, and grassroots activists don’t want the administration to forget their opposition.

Nov 19, 2012 / George Zornick

Barney Frank, Ron Paul Pressure Obama on New Marijuana Laws Barney Frank, Ron Paul Pressure Obama on New Marijuana Laws

Frank and Paul are asking the federal government to respect new decriminalization laws in the states—while Latin American leaders get involved as well. 

Nov 14, 2012 / George Zornick

Obama Reportedly in ‘Throw-Down Mode’ on Bush Taxes

Obama Reportedly in ‘Throw-Down Mode’ on Bush Taxes Obama Reportedly in ‘Throw-Down Mode’ on Bush Taxes

After a recent White House meeting, liberal groups were heartened by the president's tough talk on tax breaks for the wealthy. 

Nov 14, 2012 / George Zornick

Leading Banking Committee Democrat Backs Warren Leading Banking Committee Democrat Backs Warren

One of the committee’s top Democrats said he wants to see Warren on board, if she wants to be. 

Nov 9, 2012 / George Zornick

Voters Did Not Choose Austerity Voters Did Not Choose Austerity

The results are unambiguous: voters want more government investment and higher taxes on the wealthy. 

Nov 9, 2012 / George Zornick

In Victory, Obama Aims to Truly Enact an Agenda In Victory, Obama Aims to Truly Enact an Agenda

The president’s speech Tuesday night was aimed directly at the heart of die-hard GOP opposition. 

Nov 7, 2012 / George Zornick

Obama Campaign Believes Early Vote Has Put Them Over the Top Obama Campaign Believes Early Vote Has Put Them Over the Top

Despite the best efforts of Republican lawmakers in swing states, Obama’s huge lead in early voting may guarantee him a victory. 

Nov 5, 2012 / George Zornick

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