From JacobinEscape-Proofing a Wealth Tax The Panama Papers confirmed what everyone already knew about the world’s rich: that through legal intricacies and obfuscations, they park their assets in favorable tax and regulatory jurisdictions. For this reason, there is common skepticism about the … [Read more...] about Canada Needs to Get Serious About Taxing the Rich
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South Africa’s Freedom Charter Was a Landmark in the Global Struggle Against Racism
From JacobinIn June 1955, one of the most important events in the history of the South African freedom struggle took … [Read more...] about South Africa’s Freedom Charter Was a Landmark in the Global Struggle Against Racism
It’s Time to Fight for a Truly Democratic Republic
From JacobinLet’s indulge in a bit of political fantasy. It’s January 20, 2021. After a long and grueling campaign, … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Fight for a Truly Democratic Republic
If There’s a Gap Between the Popular Vote and the Electoral College, Hit the Streets
From JacobinWe’re less than a week out from the presidential election, and Joe Biden is by all accounts the favorite to win both the Electoral College and the popular vote. Then again, so was Hillary Clinton. Though polling methods have been tweaked for accuracy in the … [Read more...] about If There’s a Gap Between the Popular Vote and the Electoral College, Hit the Streets
Emails Show Trump’s CDC Went MIA in Pennsylvania When COVID-19 Hit
From JacobinOn June 30, Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 case count was on the rise again. That day, Meghna Patel, the … [Read more...] about Emails Show Trump’s CDC Went MIA in Pennsylvania When COVID-19 Hit