Conor Lynch / TruthdigOct 28, 2019
Moderate Democrats like Biden are in denial that the sea change needed to reach goals can coexist with the status quo for the rich. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Ilana Novick / TruthdigJul 25, 2019
Artists, activists and museum staff launched protests after learning that chemicals made by Warren Kanders’ company were used on migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Jacob Sugarman / TruthdigFeb 20, 2019
Rutger Bregman's viral moment at Davos earned him an invitation to "Tucker Carlson Tonight," but the segment never aired. Now we know why. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
MICHELLE L. PRICE and LINDSAY WHITEHURST / The Associated PressFeb 2, 2018
The business executive and onetime Mormon officer, 80, also played key roles in state and national politics. He was the father of a former Utah governor and U.S. ambassador, Jon Huntsman Jr. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
By Sarah Lazare / Common DreamsJan 18, 2016
As foundations and wealthy individuals funnel money into global development, what "solutions" are they pursuing? Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigMay 19, 2011
On this week's episode of Truthdig Radio in collaboration with KPFK: the great Bill Moyers on the desperate state of our democracy, Nomi Prins on the scandalous IMF and Cole Miller on grass-roots philanthropy Update: Full transcriptOn this week's episode: the great Bill Moyers, the scandalous IMF and grass-roots philanthropy. Dig deeper ( 31 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigDec 10, 2010
The Lakers forward is known for his antics-- such as showing up to a talk show in his underwear -- but he's becoming famous for talking about an issue that is often concealed: mental health Artest is funding therapy and mental health awareness through the sale of his championship ring and possibly the donation of his entire $679 million 2011-2012 salary (more). Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigAug 5, 2010
With philanthropy buddies Warren Buffet and Bill Gates leading the way, 40 representatives of the uber rich have pledged to give half of their fortunes to good works. George Lucas of "Star Wars" (and ruining "Star Wars") fame and Ted Turner, who gave us CNN before it was terrible and has the mustache to prove it, are among those on the list. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigFeb 13, 2009
TV legend Norman Lear is no stranger to philanthropy. His latest venture is an interactive music video that celebrates the "rebirth and re-expression of citizenship through informed and thoughtful activism." Give it a gander after the jump, then make your own version. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJun 27, 2008
It's official: Microsoft's top-geek-made-good, Bill Gates, is leaving his full-time position as head of Microsoft on Friday. Now that he's made more money than regular mortals can even fathom (aside from those congresspeople who approve the defense budget), he's stepping down in order to focus on his philanthropic work with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
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