Regulations

Why Bernie Sanders Objects to Obama’s Treasury Nominee Why Bernie Sanders Objects to Obama’s Treasury Nominee

&qlduo;We need a treasury secretary who is prepared to stand up to corporate America and their powerful lobbyists and fight for policies that protect the working families in our co...

Jan 11, 2013 / John Nichols

John Nichols: Bridging the Gap on Gun Control John Nichols: Bridging the Gap on Gun Control

In the wake of a national tragedy, how do we have a productive conversation about how to keep our country safe?

Dec 19, 2012 / Press Room

Newtown: Home of the Gun Nut Newtown: Home of the Gun Nut

The site of Friday’s massacre is also headquarters for a main gun lobbyist. 

Dec 17, 2012 / Bob Dreyfuss

How ALEC Thwarts Honest Debate About Gun Violence

How ALEC Thwarts Honest Debate About Gun Violence How ALEC Thwarts Honest Debate About Gun Violence

The corporate group produces “model” legislation designed to prevent action. Even when mass killings demand it.

Dec 16, 2012 / John Nichols

The FCC Must Not Give Rupert Murdoch More Control Over US Media

The FCC Must Not Give Rupert Murdoch More Control Over US Media The FCC Must Not Give Rupert Murdoch More Control Over US Media

The man that proposed “Petraeus for President” threatens to dominate airwaves and headlines in major American cities. 

Dec 6, 2012 / John Nichols

It’s Time to Fix the Filibuster! It’s Time to Fix the Filibuster!

Senate Dems should restore the practice to its proper function: as a tool for public dissent, rather than unchecked, covert obstruction.

Dec 5, 2012 / The Editors

Superstorm Sandy—a People’s Shock? Superstorm Sandy—a People’s Shock?

The recovery could be an opportunity to realign our relationship with the natural world.

Nov 8, 2012 / Naomi Klein

A Huge Victory for Global Justice A Huge Victory for Global Justice

With a new SEC regulation, no longer will big oil and mining companies be able to hide under-the-table payments to crooked Third World governments.

Sep 4, 2012 / James North

Romney Promises Libor-Scandal Banksters He’ll Score for Them Romney Promises Libor-Scandal Banksters He’ll Score for Them

After a day of stumbles in London, Mitt finally gets on message, telling international bankers he’ll fight regulation. In return, they give him $2 million.

Jul 27, 2012 / John Nichols

Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US?

Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US? Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US?

The head of the Bank of England now says bankers’ lies about interest rates “meet my definition of fraud.” Will US officials finally crack down?

Jul 17, 2012 / John Nichols

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