Denouncing ‘FCC’s Dangerous Ruling,’ Cuomo Signs Order to Protect Net Neutrality in New York

January 24, 2018 by Common Dreams “With this executive order, we reaffirm our commitment to freedom and democracy and help ensure that the internet remains free and open to all.” by Jessica Corbett, staff writer The Federal Communications Commission’s move to roll back net neutrality has led to nationwide protests. (Photo: Maria Merkulova/Free… Continue reading

‘How Democracies Die’ Authors Say Trump Is A Symptom Of ‘Deeper Problems’

‘How Democracies Die’ Authors Say Trump Is A Symptom Of ‘Deeper Problem’ January 22, 20181:25 PM ET Heard on Fresh Air DAVE DAVIES Fresh Air Harvard professors Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt are experts in what makes democracies healthy — and what leads to their collapse. They warn that American… Continue reading

Capitalism Is Defined by Concepts of Property, Not the Free Market

January 21, 2018 (johnlaurits.com) Many people use the word capitalism to describe economic systems based on competition in a more-or-less “free” market and the word capitalist is often used by free-market enthusiasts to label their beliefs — but all these uses are wrong. Markets are often highlighted by capitalism but the market does not define… Continue reading