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Our Delusions of Grandeur Will Save the World

It’s easy to see that apathy among a subset of middle-class youth is turning to politicization, and the natural form of this politicization is protest against the neoliberal state’s slashing of the social benefits that created the modern middle class in the first place.

Posted on Oct 17, 2011 READ MORE  |  24 COMMENTS



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Lost Decade … Lost Generation?

Sooner rather than later, the ethnically diverse, socially tolerant, technologically fluent Millennials will make a new nation. But what will they do with that power?

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The New Longevity

Sen. Robert Byrd, 91, announced that he will give up the chairmanship of the Senate Appropriations Committee to Sen. Daniel Inouye, 84. The torch has passed to a new generation.

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Kirk Douglas’ Birthday Plea

Acting legend Kirk Douglas turned 90 over the weekend and issued this birthday essay to commemorate the occasion, calling on the next generation to at least try to solve the world’s problems. (h/t: Largest Minority)

Posted on Dec 12, 2006 READ MORE  |  5 COMMENTS


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A Historical Surge Among Young Democrats

Under Bush II, the percentage of Americans 18 to 24 years old who describe themselves as Democrats has risen to its highest point in generations, according to Pew poll data.

Posted on Oct 18, 2006 READ MORE  |  4 COMMENTS


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