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Research on the Politics of Meditation Points to Deeper Truths

Psychologists recently conducted a study that found that meditation may make you more liberal, at least in the short-term. Richard Schiffman argues that the politics of true spirituality are more about balance than support for any one side.

Richard Schiffman | Mar 12, 2013

Video Demonstrates “Mind-Blowing” U.S. Wealth Inequality

Statistics about how much wealth is possessed by different groups of people can be hard to wrap your mind around. This video visualizes the figures in a few different ways—and the picture isn’t pretty.

Catherine Woodiwiss | Mar 9, 2013

Students for Climate Justice: We’re Not a Single-Issue Movement

The students organizing for climate justice on campuses today are drawing connections between the environment and social issues like debt, racism, and immigration.

Lauren Ressler, Sachie Hopkins-Hayakawa, Sally Bunner | Mar 7, 2013

Cartoon: The Endless Uses of a Plastic Bag

To catch up on past cartoons by Joe Mohr

Joe Mohr | Mar 6, 2013

Wind River Valley Corridor in Yellowstone National Park

The Coming Climate Exodus: What We’re Doing to Help Wildlife’s New Migration

As climate change forces species to head for cooler climates, biologists are using new tools and partnerships to make sure we help—and don't hinder—their flight.

Cecilia Garza, Peter Pearsall | Mar 2, 2013

You’ve Come a Long Way, Feminism (But You’re Not There Yet)

In the 1970s, women called for abortion rights, universal child care, and equal pay. So why are we still waiting for these rights?

Ruth Rosen | Mar 2, 2013

After the Sequester: Can We Create Better Jobs for Military Employees?

The sequester could result in the first significant cuts to the military budget in years. If it goes through, let’s make sure we avoid mass unemployment by training these veterans to work in growing industries.

James Trimarco | Feb 28, 2013

Activism | Jobs | Sustainable food and farming

Behind the Kitchen Door: A Must-Read for Anyone Who Eats at Restaurants

Review: More than half of the nation’s worst-paid jobs are related to food. Saru Jayaraman’s new book dives into the explosive movement for better rights for those who plant, process, and cook the food we eat.

John Cavanagh, Robin Broad | Feb 26, 2013

Puget Sound Tribe Plans for Rising Seas

Video: The Swinomish tribe could lose up to 15 percent of their land on low-lying Fidalgo Island to climate-change related sea level rise. They’re working with planners to make sure they can survive—and thrive—in the region’s changing climate.

Benjamin Drummond, Sara Steele | Feb 26, 2013

Mallory White of Equal Exchange checks coffee roaster

Cooperatives | Jobs

Filmmakers: Cooperative Businesses Bring Democracy to the Workplace

In their new film, Shift Change, filmmakers Melissa Young and Mark Dworkin take viewers on a worldwind tour of the cooperative economy.

Mark Karlin | Feb 23, 2013

Renewable energy | Sustainable food and farming

Farmer-Philosopher Fred Kirschenmann on Food and the Warming Future

In this wide-ranging interview, Kirschenmann gives YES! the dirt on the future of farming.

Peter Pearsall | Feb 23, 2013

Sustainable food and farming

Instead of Trying to Feed the World, Let’s Help It Feed Itself

We know about the ecological problems that follow when farmers are asked to “feed the world.” What would happen if they just tried to feed their neighbors instead?

Shannon Hayes | Feb 21, 2013

Sustainable food and farming

Edible Insects: Gross-Out or Global Food Solution?

Cultural attitudes toward food tend to change slowly. But as we struggle to feed a growing population, insects present a remarkably plentiful source of nutrition.

Dawn Starin | Feb 20, 2013

An Oasis of Community and Support for Latina Moms

In California, many Latina moms find themselves cut off by domestic responsibilities and language barriers. But with the help of trusted mentors, they’re learning new skills and strengthening their support networks.

Sena Christian | Feb 16, 2013

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