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Why America forgot about economic power - Robert Reich - - A very readable article that explains how the US economy has become increasingly unequal, with most of the gains going to those at the top. Prof. Reich includes background and context on John Maynard Keynes and the influence his policy ideas had on economics. He points out the limitations of those policies in our current monopoly-dominated economy, He also lays out a strategy for restoring broad-based prosperity.

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Cancer on Tap - Water purity is a complex issue. This very readable article explains the issues and provides practical information for communities and individuals wanting to provide themselves with water that is truly safe to drink.

Nuclear Pollution - Much worse than any other kind of pollution because it is so persistant, the dangers of nuclear pollution should be self-evident. To you and to us, maybe, but not to our elected officials, who are racing to create even more. Recent research indicates that radioactive Strontium-90 levels in human teeth and bones are as high or higher now than they were in the 50's and early 60's. Find out the grisly details and what you can do about it.

KryssTal What Is Democracy - - A good overview of some essentials of democracy.

KryssTal Why The USA - - Why is the USA so frequently the victim of resentment around the world? A better question, after reading the documented details would be, "Why wouldn't any decent person hate us?"

Retired, or Hoping to Be, and Saddled With Student Loans - - And here’s yet another national disaster in the making: According to the New York Times, “Americans older than 60 are the fastest-growing group of college loan debtors — the vast majority of them borrowing for others”.

Why America forgot about economic power - Robert Reich - - A very readable article that explains how the US economy has become increasingly unequal, with most of the gains going to those at the top. Prof. Reich includes background and context on John Maynard Keynes and the influence his policy ideas had on economics. He points out the limitations of those policies in our current monopoly-dominated economy, He also lays out a strategy for restoring broad-based prosperity.

Why do people hate America - - Hint: It's not because they resent our freedom. This is a detailed, balanced assessment.