Disaster Capitalism

Nation Conversations: Betsy Reed and Dan Coughlin on WikiLeaks Haiti

Nation Conversations: Betsy Reed and Dan Coughlin on WikiLeaks Haiti Nation Conversations: Betsy Reed and Dan Coughlin on WikiLeaks Haiti

The explosive diplomatic cables prove what many Haitians already knew about US and UN meddling in the country.

Jun 24, 2011 / The Nation

Reimagining Capitalism: Nation Readers Respond

Reimagining Capitalism: Nation Readers Respond Reimagining Capitalism: Nation Readers Respond

Nation readers offer fresh and creative ideas on how to reimagine capitalism.

Jun 17, 2011 / The Nation

Slide Show: 16 Bold Ideas for a New Economy

Slide Show: 16 Bold Ideas for a New Economy Slide Show: 16 Bold Ideas for a New Economy

  Imagine you have the ability to reinvent American capitalism: Where would you start? What would you change to make it less destructive and domineering, more focused on what…

Jun 9, 2011 / Photo Essay / The Nation

Nation Conversations: Mark Sorkin and William Greider on Reimagining Capitalism

Nation Conversations: Mark Sorkin and William Greider on Reimagining Capitalism Nation Conversations: Mark Sorkin and William Greider on Reimagining Capitalism

The political and economic system is broken. It's time we step back and rethink how we can make capitalism work for us.

Jun 9, 2011 / The Nation

Reimagining Capitalism: Bold Ideas for a New Economy

Reimagining Capitalism: Bold Ideas for a New Economy Reimagining Capitalism: Bold Ideas for a New Economy

True economic recovery will require creative solutions to deeply rooted problems. Our first great task is to change the way we talk about what's possible.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / William Greider

The Rise of Benefit Corporations

The Rise of Benefit Corporations The Rise of Benefit Corporations

A growing number of states are introducing laws that permit companies to pursue social missions without fear of shareholder litigation.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Jamie Raskin

To Guarantee Corporate Responsibility, Open the Boardroom Door To Guarantee Corporate Responsibility, Open the Boardroom Door

The best way to ensure corporate accountability is to save a seat on every board for an independent watchdog.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / William Lerach

Cut Wall Street Down to Size With a Financial Speculation Tax

Cut Wall Street Down to Size With a Financial Speculation Tax Cut Wall Street Down to Size With a Financial Speculation Tax

A tax on the rapid-fire trades that dominate financial markets would discourage reckless behavior and raise serious funds for public use.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Sarah Anderson

The Government Nudge: A Public Role in the Private Sector

The Government Nudge: A Public Role in the Private Sector The Government Nudge: A Public Role in the Private Sector

The government has the power to spur innovation and reshape the economy—but it must be willing to flex its muscle.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Robert Weissman

Employee Ownership: The Road to Shared Prosperity

Employee Ownership: The Road to Shared Prosperity Employee Ownership: The Road to Shared Prosperity

Employee ownership plans carve a path toward what could be called responsible capitalism.

Jun 8, 2011 / Feature / Christopher Mackin

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