Economy

Neoliberalism: Why the American Dream is Losing Steam

Neoliberalism: Why the American Dream is Losing Steam Neoliberalism: Why the American Dream is Losing Steam

We cannot have a functioning participatory democracy while eliminating jobs, imprisoning huge segments of our population, and saddling the next generation with mountains of student...

Oct 11, 2013 / StudentNation / Jess Miller and StudentNation

Can Billionaire Philanthropists Replace the Federal Government?

Can Billionaire Philanthropists Replace the Federal Government? Can Billionaire Philanthropists Replace the Federal Government?

Some wealthy individuals are using the government shutdown to promote a very different vision for America’s future.

Oct 11, 2013 / Amy Schiller

This Week in Poverty: What ‘Defunding Obamacare’ Really Means

This Week in Poverty: What ‘Defunding Obamacare’ Really Means This Week in Poverty: What ‘Defunding Obamacare’ Really Means

GOP proposals to defund Obamacare are the equivalent of a death sentence for thousands of Americans.

Oct 11, 2013 / Greg Kaufmann

Blueprints for a New Economy

Blueprints for a New Economy Blueprints for a New Economy

Advocates for deep changes to our economic and political systems are turning to earlier movements for inspiration.

Oct 10, 2013 / Rachel Plattus and Eli Feghali

Janet Yellen as Federal Reserve Chair Is a Good Start…

Janet Yellen as Federal Reserve Chair Is a Good Start… Janet Yellen as Federal Reserve Chair Is a Good Start…

But there are other openings on the board. Here’s a list of smart, independent-minded candidates who can fill them.

Oct 9, 2013 / William Greider

President Obama Nominates Janet Yellen to Head the Federal Reserve

President Obama Nominates Janet Yellen to Head the Federal Reserve President Obama Nominates Janet Yellen to Head the Federal Reserve

Amid pressure from progressive and women's right organizations, President Obama has nominated Janet Yellen to head the Federal Reserve. 

Oct 9, 2013 / Sarah Arnold and NationAction

China Gains, US Loses in Asia Power Play

China Gains, US Loses in Asia Power Play China Gains, US Loses in Asia Power Play

Obama’s no-show at APEC underlines America’s decline in influence in East Asia.

Oct 9, 2013 / Bob Dreyfuss

Paul Ryan’s Shock Doctrine ‘Fix’ for the Budget Stalemate

Paul Ryan’s Shock Doctrine ‘Fix’ for the Budget Stalemate Paul Ryan’s Shock Doctrine ‘Fix’ for the Budget Stalemate

The outspoken congressman wants to use the budget crisis to advance his privatization agenda.

Oct 9, 2013 / John Nichols

How to Democratize the US Economy

How to Democratize the US Economy How to Democratize the US Economy

A long-term plan to renovate the American dream begins at the local level and scales up.

Oct 9, 2013 / Feature / Gar Alperovitz

Citizen Marx

Citizen Marx Citizen Marx

By refusing to treat Marx as our contemporary, Jonathan Sperber has brought him back to life.

Oct 8, 2013 / Books & the Arts / Sam Stark

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