The Wisconsin Idea

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Postmodern Perón

Hugo Chávez and the new face of Latin American populism.

Bhaskar Sunkara

Survey: University Officials Say Tens of Thousands of Dollars in Student Debt “Reasonable”

Eric Murphy

One Pussy Riot Member Goes Free; Tough Luck for the Other Two

Sarah Cobarrubias

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Why Walmart, Why Now?

Labor historian Nelson Lichtenstein sheds light on the new surge of Walmart protests.

Micah Uetricht

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Frankenfoods, Reveal Yourselves!

If passed, California's Prop 37 will require companies to label foods made with GMOs.

Joseph Misulonas

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Paul Ryan Hefts White Man’s Burden

The real news isn’t Paul Ryan cutting off an interview; it’s the racist comment he made just before.

Terry J. Allen

Labor

Farm Workers’ Advocates Charge Hypocrisy in Obama’s Dedication of Monument to Cesar Chavez

Mike Elk

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Obama’s Debate No-Show: 30 Years in the Making

Obama’s lackluster performance came straight out of decades of Democratic backpedaling. Will he show backbone in debate two?

James Thindwa

Labor

Live from Battleground Ohio: Hello Toledo

Louis Nayman