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The Secret Donors Behind the Center for American Progress and Other Think Tanks

Washington institutions esteemed for their independent scholarship don’t disclose donations from corporations and foreign governments.
by Ken Silverstein

This third-term governor is rethinking healthcare and education with holistic, community-based programs.
Posted May 21 2013 - 8:04pm
In 2016, I’m casting my vote for a woman. Not because she’s guaranteed to be the most feminist candidate, but because I’m fed up.
Posted May 15 2013 - 1:23pm
The governor needs to peddle a moderate image to win re-election in New Jersey, but on everything from reproductive rights to the environment to austerity, he’s very conservative.
Posted May 15 2013 - 2:16pm

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We need to intensify the engagement of grassroots Democrats with progressive ideals.

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Until the president defines what “associated forces” are, the current formulation leaves open the possibility of unlimited, unending use of military force anywhere in the world.

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