economy
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Gas prices highest since the beginning of the economic crisis
Even as unemployment, foreclosure rates and poverty remain stunningly high, gasoline prices now average $3.07 per gallon—a level unseen since…
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Food stamp aid slated to drop when stimulus funding ends
According to U.S. Census data, one-third of working families are struggling to meet their basic needs. Now, in a time…
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Your New Year’s resolution: Building a new movement for socialism
While making your New Year's resolutions, don't forget the most important of all—to build the struggle for socialism in the…
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It is time for labor to ‘take hostages’
"We don't negotiate with hostage-takers," say U.S. officials. But on the biggest security concern facing working-class people in this country—that…
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U.S. corporate profits highest on record
U.S. corporations just had their best quarter ever. Businesses in this country earned profits at an annual rate of $1.659…
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As unemployment rises, House politicians refuse to extend jobless benefits
The U.S. House of Representatives failed to pass an extension of jobless benefits for people who have been out of…
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Hunger increases alongside executive compensation
Recently released statistics show increases in both executive compensation and the number of people who went hungry last year. This…
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The need for socialism
Following is a talk given during the Opening Plenary of the Nov. 13-14, 2010, National Conference on Socialism.
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The need for socialism
The following was delivered by PSL member Peta Lindsay during the Opening Plenary of the National Conference on Socialism 2010…
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Opening Plenary: National Conference on Socialism 2010
A diverse group of PSL members from across with the country share short reports on struggles that are taking place…
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