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The Silence of the Whales Aug. 15, 2025
Scientists say blue whales are singing less. It's not really singing. It's more like squeaking, but ... Read More
Bernie Sanders and the Education Oligarchy Aug. 13, 2025
When Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, who calls himself a democratic socialist, appeared on "The Late... Read More
The Power of Self-Interest Feb. 12, 2025
Politicians bash businesses. "Stop the greed!" shouts Sen. Bernie Sanders. Many Republicans are equa... Read More
The Cost of Free Money Oct. 09, 2024
Some politicians and activists are eager to give you "free" money. They call it universal basic inc... Read More
Seeing Clearly Is the Start Jun. 23, 2024
There is now a regular in the parking lot of my local grocery store who asks to clean my windshield.... Read More
The State of Black Progress Feb. 28, 2024
As part of Black History Month 2024, my organization, CURE, Center for Urban Renewal and Education, ... Read More
Finding a Voice for Those Who Feel Left Behind in Poverty Jan. 26, 2024
PBS NewsHour's senior correspondent Judy Woodruff traveled the country for six months last year to g... Read More
Emerging from the Shadows: The Struggle and Progress in America's Fight Against Poverty Jan. 25, 2024
The United States is known for its economic and military prowess. Its diversity of cultures and idea... Read More
Markets and Miracles Dec. 27, 2023
In this season of giving, I'll donate to the Doe Fund, a charity that helps drug abusers and ex... Read More
Give Thanks While Shopping This Week Nov. 22, 2023
While shopping for Thanksgiving, give thanks for a rising food supply that reduces poverty. Mostly b... Read More
All the Single Ladies Nov. 17, 2023
Economist Melissa Kearney has studied poverty, inequality and family structure for more than 20 year... Read More
Sharp Rise in Poverty Requires a Call to Action Sep. 22, 2023
Census Bureau data released earlier this month showed an increase in the number of Americans who are... Read More
Net Zero 2050 Burdens the Globe Aug. 07, 2023
"Think globally, act locally!" It's wonderful if it does not kill. The treasured phrase has its 1,30... Read More
Getting to the Bottom of the Diaper Crisis Aug. 02, 2023
For those who have never had to buy diapers, it might be easy to wonder what all the stink is about ... Read More
Best Things First Jun. 28, 2023
For my new video, I asked people on the street, "If you could spend $30 billion trying to solve... Read More
St. Louis Is Different Than Outstate Missouri. It Should Have Different Gun Laws. Jun. 19, 2023
A 5-year-old girl was shot and injured by stray gunfire Monday afternoon on the north side of St. Lo... Read More
Step Back or I'll Kill This White Man! May. 26, 2023
I'm a 66-year-old white man, and I'm more or less retired. I do a little writing, and I do a local n... Read More
Jail the Shoplifters May. 24, 2023
Brazen shoplifting is hurting all of us. I'm brushing with bubble gum-flavored children's toothpast... Read More
Michigan Is Headed Back to Rust Belt Poverty Mar. 21, 2023
Since the early days of Henry Ford, Michigan was the proud symbol of America's industrial might. But... Read More
