February 9, 2007 -
The big story in the blogosphere today is a new report [pdf] from the Pentagon's inspector general, which states in no uncertain terms that undersecretary of defense Douglas Feith used "dubious" military intelligence to push for war in Iraq.
February 9, 2007 -
In many ways, the public face of poverty hasn't changed much over the last 20-30 years. Say the words "poor people," and our minds easily flash to scenes of urban 'hoods and rural shacks.
February 8, 2007 -
"OUR servants meet in OUR House. They decide how to spend OUR taxes. But their decisions have been corrupted. Rich corporations pay to play in our House. We can't match their money, but with God's Grace and your hard work, we can sure out-number them!"
February 8, 2007 -
Earlier this week, members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 2545 went on strike at Maremont Exhaust Products, a manufacturer of mufflers and other auto parts in Loudon, Tennessee. It is believed to be the first strike in the company's 130 year history.
February 7, 2007 -
Because of problems with Blogger, we're providing live updates to our earlier post on the Waxman hearings on military contracting over at our top-ranked diary entry over at Daily Kos. Join us there, and feel free to leave comments here or there.Don't forget to tune into the hearings here, streamed live on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform website.
February 7, 2007 -
With controversy continuing to rage over the U.S.
February 7, 2007 -
UPDATE: You can watch the Waxman hearings live online here.