July 1, 2009 -
In this year's health reform debate, Congressional Democrats quickly took proposals for a single-payer system off the table, claiming it was "unrealistic."
July 1, 2009 -
By Melissa M. Forbis, Guest Contributor "There is no more apt theme for this conference at this fear-driven moment in political history."
June 30, 2009 -
In September 2007 more than 40,000 demonstrators descended on the small town of Jena, La.
June 30, 2009 -
Suman Raghunathan, Feet in 2 Worlds
June 30, 2009 -
By Jake Bernstein, ProPublica
June 30, 2009 -
After initially saying it would not release the information due to "security concerns," the Environmental Protection Agency relented Monday and disclosed the locations of the nation's 44 "high hazard" coal ash dump sites.
June 29, 2009 -
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a landmark climate bill on Friday, passing the American Clean Energy and Security Act by a narrow 219-212 margin. The measure, which would set caps on greenhouse gas emissions and boost renewable energy and efficiency, now goes to the Senate. If the House vote is any indication, the legislation can be expected to face significant opposition from Senators hailing from the coal-dependent South.