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The False Debate on the Debt

Apr 13, 2011
In the ever-so-smug company of the rich and powerful, it is a given that there is never to be any expression of remorse or other acknowledgement of the pain they have inflicted on the lesser mortals they so cavalierly plunder. There is currently no shortage of corporate profits or excessive executive compensation to explain away the failure of the private sector to create jobs.

Time for a Little Education

Mar 24, 2011
I’m a retired teacher and I’m pissed No matter what form of media I look at, I’m confronted with constant references to the various budget crises The crises are real, but the search for culprits has degenerated into a hypocritical attempt to score political points.

Afghanistan MIA From Deficit Debate

Mar 16, 2011
While Republicans race to cut spending, including outlays for education, health care and social services, they never mention one of the real reasons for the deficit: the cost of the war in Afghanistan and the mess we’ve made in Iraq. The Republican goal is clear. It has nothing to do with America’s longest war.