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Michael Hudson – What We’re Becoming

By Charles | April 24, 2015 1

This interview from right after the crash in 2008 can be played today and is not only spot on in every prediction, it sounds exactly like an interview that is taking place … Continue reading Michael Hudson – What We’re Becoming

Barrett Brown – Effectively in jail for linking to something.

By Charles | April 23, 2015

The US Government, who, remember, works for us, spent millions going after this journalist because he linked to files on the web that exposed apparent wrong-doings of OUR government.  They claim he threatened the … Continue reading Barrett Brown – Effectively in jail for linking to something.

Bernie Sanders opens a new front in the battle for the future of the Democratic Party – Vox

By Charles | April 12, 2015

The main takeaway from this is that you really don’t need to balance the budget over any time horizon, and attempts to do so will hurt the economy. That’s what Kelton argues … Continue reading Bernie Sanders opens a new front in the battle for the future of the Democratic Party – Vox

Wealth Inequality in America – YouTube

By Charles | April 10, 2015

Infographics on the distribution of wealth in America, highlighting both the inequality and the difference between our perception of inequality and the actual difference. Source: Wealth Inequality in America – YouTube Continue reading Wealth Inequality in America – YouTube

Government Dissatisfaction Facebook Comments

By Charles | April 9, 2015

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The 85 Richest People In The World Have As Much Wealth As The 3.5 Billion Poorest – Forbes

By Charles | April 6, 2015

And the top 1% control half the world’s wealth. Source: The 85 Richest People In The World Have As Much Wealth As The 3.5 Billion Poorest – Forbes Continue reading The 85 Richest People In The World Have As Much Wealth As The 3.5 Billion Poorest – Forbes

Petraeus Plea Deal Reveals Two-Tier Justice System for Leaks – The Intercept

By Charles | April 4, 2015

The deal brokered by federal prosecutors with the former general and CIA director is another example of a senior official being slapped on the wrist for serious violations while lesser officials are … Continue reading Petraeus Plea Deal Reveals Two-Tier Justice System for Leaks – The Intercept

How national-security reporter Barton Gellman protects his sources

By Charles | March 6, 2015

A decade ago, before Edward Snowden leaked a single document, Barton Gellman was using encryption and anonymity tools.That alone put him way ahead of his competitors.The… Source: How national-security reporter Barton Gellman … Continue reading How national-security reporter Barton Gellman protects his sources

In 1990 Thatcher warned that the Euro would end European democracy

By Charles | October 15, 2014

Funny how she figured this out back then, but people today still haven’t figured it out! Continue reading In 1990 Thatcher warned that the Euro would end European democracy

Net Neutrality?

By Charles | September 5, 2014

WTF FCC? You’re supposed to protect us from overly aggressive corporations NOT protect the corporations from us!  I guess it’s too much to ask from a body that is being run by ex-lobbyists … Continue reading Net Neutrality?

“Bailout” of Greece: nothing more than bailing out foreign banks

By Charles | August 31, 2014

Of the €400+ Billion that Greece “received” in “bailout” money these past few years, the entire fiasco was about paying off foreign banks, NONE of the money had ANYTHING to do with helping Greece. … Continue reading “Bailout” of Greece: nothing more than bailing out foreign banks

Monsanto promoted tweet, hilarious responses by the community.

By Charles | July 14, 2014

Monsanto decided to put a promoted tweet into people’s timelines on Twitter with the words: You hear a lot about us but do you know Monsanto? Discover our work, from seeds & … Continue reading Monsanto promoted tweet, hilarious responses by the community.