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YES! executive editor Sarah van Gelder writes about prospects for peace, health care breakthroughs, happiness, the next economy, and other topics as they occur to her.
People Power Brought Down the Berlin Wall
Some say it was Ronald Reagan's toughness that forced down the wall. But detente between East and West and grassroots people's movements deserve the credit.
Senate Apology to Native People—A Good First Step
The apology to Native people passed by the Senate last week is a step towards reconciliation. But on this Columbus Day, let's be clear that an apology must be followed by action.
Obama's Unusual Nobel Peace Prize Just Right for Unusual Times
There's little time left to take on nuclear proliferation and climate chaos. Can the Nobel Peace Prize help President Obama to step up to these threats?
Yes Men Prank Sweeps Across New York
Over 1 million copies of fake New York Post distributed all over New York, with headline: "We're Screwed!"
A Patriot Resigns
At YES!, we've known Van Jones from his work with disaffected youth in Oakland through his rise to the White House. And here's what we know: Van is a true patriot.
The New Economy Won't Be Like the Last One
The new economy is built on new forms of money, and on democratic finance and business.
The Planet is Saved ... Pass it On
YES! men strike again.
Security in Pakistan: Let's Try Generosity
Two million refugees have fled the violence in the Swat region of Pakistan, the largest movement of people since the genocide in Rwanda.
Tribute to Thomas Berry
Thomas Berry, priest, scholar of Asian and indigenous spiritual traditions, and cultural historian died June 1, 2009 in his hometown of Greensboro, North Carolina.
A Plea to President Obama: Don't Bankrupt America
We need you to stand up to the Wall Street insiders in your own administration who might understand what boosts the profits of banks, but not what helps our economy.
