Budget
Labor, democracy and the debt ceiling
July 13, 2011Discussing the negotiations on the debt ceiling got me thinking about some early experiences in the labor movement.
Read moreThe Republican Party and the big lies
July 7, 2011Modern Republicans reject every effective job plan and then blame Democrats for unemployment.
Read moreMinnesota government shutdown puts thousands out of work
July 1, 2011Minnesota's sluggish economy, struggling to recover from the recession, will be rocked by the layoffs of 23,000 state employees and thousands of others.
Read moreMoney and values on the 4th of July
July 1, 2011The Midwest is awash in flags and bumper stickers boasting support for the troops and the good ol' red, white and blue. But, lately we have seen more and more "Come home!" messages.
Read moreRahm Emanuel treading wrong path
July 1, 2011It's pretty clear which side Rahm Emanuel is on.
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