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Why the TransPacific Partnership is a Scary Big (Trade) Deal Why the TransPacific Partnership is a Scary Big (Trade) Deal
by Kristen Beifus
posted May 08, 2013
A super-sized NAFTA, the TPP gives foreign corporations privileges that can override domestic laws on environmental health and citizens’ rights. Here’s why we shouldn’t let it pass without a fight.
The Bright Side of the Money Crisis The Bright Side of the Money Crisis
posted May 06, 2013
Is this “the most exciting time to be alive in human history”? The economists and scientists interviewed in this film think so, and the reasons are all about the chance to create a more fair and sustainable global economy.
Not Your Father’s Union Movement: NYC’s Young Workers Committee Not Your Father’s Union Movement: NYC’s Young Workers Committee
posted May 03, 2013
The Young Workers Committee of New York’s transit union was out on the streets in a vibrant march. This video shows the group rallying, taking over an official’s office, and using the Occupy-style “people’s mic.”
Survival of the ... Nicest? Check Out the Other Theory of Evolution Survival of the ... Nicest? Check Out the Other Theory of Evolution
by Eric Michael Johnson
posted May 03, 2013
A new theory of human origins says cooperation—not competition—is instinctive.
Rights, Not Riots: What Seattle’s May Day Was Really All About Rights, Not Riots: What Seattle’s May Day Was Really All About
by Peter Pearsall
posted May 02, 2013
The largest march on May Day in Seattle was about immigrant families and their supporters standing together for human rights. Not to be confused with the rowdiness that took place later in the day.
Six Ways to Stop Worrying and Find Work You Love Six Ways to Stop Worrying and Find Work You Love
by Roman Krznaric
posted May 02, 2013
Quitting work that leaves you unfulfilled requires a lot of courage. Here are six things you can do to get yourself ready to take the plunge.
Boston Aftermath Shows a Nation Less—Not More—Afraid of Muslims Boston Aftermath Shows a Nation Less—Not More—Afraid of Muslims
by Pramila Jayapal
posted May 01, 2013
Despite the horrific attacks and media slurs that followed the Boston bombing, the behavior of ordinary people and elected representatives shows improved tolerance of muslims and other immigrants.
Star Trek’s George Takei: Putting Facebook Fame to Good Use Star Trek’s George Takei: Putting Facebook Fame to Good Use
by Mark Engler
posted Apr 30, 2013
Famous for his role as Mr. Sulu on Star Trek, today George Takei uses the popularity of his kitchy humor to promote discussion about the rights of women and LGBT people.
Vermont Time Bankers Build a More Personal Economy Vermont Time Bankers Build a More Personal Economy
posted Apr 26, 2013
Video: Whatever service you might need, you’re likely to be able to get it at Onion River Time Bank, where you pay by doing what you love.
From Housing to Health Care, 7 Co-ops That Are Changing Our Economy From Housing to Health Care, 7 Co-ops That Are Changing Our Economy
by Claudia Rowe
posted Apr 23, 2013
How manufacturers, retailers, restaurants, and others are doing business the cooperative way.
Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History
by Nadia Colburn
posted Apr 22, 2013
When author Florence Williams learned her breast milk contained chemicals like flame retardants, she started investigating what exactly is in a breast and how that body part connects us to our children, our past, and our surroundings.
Love Your Books? 4 Ways to Share Them With Others Love Your Books? 4 Ways to Share Them With Others
by Fabien Tepper, Signe Predmore
posted Apr 22, 2013
From mobile libraries to tiny libraries, how to get others to read the books you love.
Argentina Takes on Vulture Funds in "Debt Trial of the Century" Argentina Takes on Vulture Funds in "Debt Trial of the Century"
by Eric LeCompte
posted Apr 22, 2013
For years, "vulture funds" have preyed on struggling nations by purchasing their debt for a pittance. Could an upcoming U.S. court decision put an end to the extortion of poor countries?
Houston’s Most Polluted Neighborhood Draws the Line at Alberta Tar Sands Houston’s Most Polluted Neighborhood Draws the Line at Alberta Tar Sands
by Kristin Moe
posted Apr 22, 2013
If the Keystone XL pipeline is approved, 90 percent of the tar sands crude that flows through it will be processed near an embattled Houston neighborhood called Manchester. Residents are joining up to demand a healthier future.
“World’s Greenest Office Building” Makes Net-Zero Look Easy “World’s Greenest Office Building” Makes Net-Zero Look Easy
by Samantha Thomas
posted Apr 22, 2013
It’s a commercial office space equipped with composting toilets, rainwater showers, and a stairway designed to be so beautiful that no one ever takes the elevator.
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