Tag: banks
Another Crash, Another Arts Funding Downward Spiral?
We're not being alarmist. The signs are already there.
Unsustainable: Debt Rising for Students, Individuals
Hello, America. If your student loan or personal debt keeps rising...well...the federal government and bankers thank you.
Greece’s Debt Battle: What’s the Real Story?
Here's a look at why Germany and other creditors don't want Greece to get out of its financial plight.
Will EU Fracture in 2015? Effect on U.S., NATO?
Can the European Union halt growing discontent with austerity among voters, which could lead to EU dissolution?
Oligarchy’s Sibling Rivals: the U.S. and Russia
Both Moscow and Washington claim to be growing democracies, but they're not. They're really oligarchies controlled by Big Money.
As U.S. Austerity Deepens, Prepare for Revolution
Hopefully it will be a peaceful revolution. It may not be. But, as in the Middle East and Europe with hints in Asia, it's coming.
Geneva Warns of Greater Global Economic Crisis
Record-high debt worldwide leading to another economic meltdown tragedy, but worse than in 2007-2008.
Economic Meltdown Zombies: They’re Baaaack!
Derivatives again are devouring, subprime lending is stalking, as Washington deflects by talking a good game.
Conservative Politics: Manipulative, Un-American, Successful
Propaganda and cynical use of potent symbols can sway voters.
Can Mayor Marty Walsh Rescue Boston’s Creative Economy?
Fighting for fair labor practices for artists at a public hearing.
It’s Not that I Mind that Rich People Are Rich
But I do mind that the rich are pushing us into economic slavery.
Will UK Finally Jail Banksters? US Next?
Brit banking commission eyes putting financial lawbreakers behind bars.
CitiGroup Has 2,909,547 Reasons To Ask Artists For Free Labor
Sometimes an "opportunity" is not an opportunity.
Federal Reserve Releases Stress Test-Liars Poker 2013
The Fed wants us to bet on faith rather than facts.
Occupy the SEC Members Sue Fed’s Bernanke, Others
Complaint says government avoids implementing Volcker Rule.
Techno-Socialism: Coming Sooner Than You Think
Is it time to tax the technology that replaces employees?