Category Archives: Politics

New KKR Stunt in Neverending Kentucky Retirement Systems Litigation: Demanding Removal of Judge Philip Shepherd

KR is at it again! And of course, not in a good way.

How Many Bots Are on Twitter? The Question Is Difficult to Answer and Misses the Point

A disingenuous defense of Twitter bots.

Unpacking Tucker Carlson on WHO’s “Pandemic Treaty” (So-Called)

Alas, I could only glance at my yellow waders, but there’s still plenty wrong.

Paradigm and Nervous Breakdown: Globalization Goes Into Reverse as Inflation/Scarcity Crisis Accelerates

How long-established structures are approaching breakdown, yet those in charge try to look past that.

Geopolitics Takes A Back Seat As Biden Drops Sanctions On Venezuela

Quelle surprise! The US is trying to kiss and make up with Venezuela.

Rising Cereal Prices and Political Violence in The Croplands of Africa

This column shows that rising cereal prices pose an elevated risk of violence in Africa, where agriculture represents a large share of the economy

‘Public Bank’ Bill Blocked From State Senate Vote After Industry Pushback

Why is a modest public bank plan for New York going nowhere?

Michael Hudson on the Ongoing Economic War

Michael Hudson looks at the long game of fundamental ecomomic restructuring of trade and financial relations among great powers.

Department of Justice to Saddle Up Against Private Equity Consolidation/Monopolization Plays. Will It Work?

The Department of Justice says it is taking aim at private equity. Will it hit any targets?

The Tory Guide to Surviving the Cost of Living Crisis

From moving into your parents’ annex to getting a better-paid job, the government has some savvy little tips for cost savings.

The Perverse Calls for More Russian Aggression in the Face of Its Methodical Operation in Ukraine

Some odd ideas about what Russia ought to be doing in Ukraine.

How America Can Stop Violence Against Health Care Workers

Congess is rousing itself to make health care employers Do Something to protect staff from violence….but is the legislation adequate?

Whither Hegemony? Prof. Wen Tiejun Foreword to Michael Hudson’s The Destiny of Civilization

The development and future of America’s hegemony is a major focus of Michael Hudson’s new book, The Destiny of Civilization.

Public Safety Under Covid: Temporary Restraining Order Sought Against Williamstown, MA Over Refusal to Hold Town Meeting in Safe Venue

Fighting for the right for safe public meetings!