Progressive Dreams for Public Transit
Car-centric infrastructure drives inequality. As voters and advocates, we have the power to shape transit’s future for the better.
The U.S. Unveils Its New Bomber, But the Real Future is Next Door
The future of manufacturing lies in building infrastructure that runs on clean energy and transport, not weapons development.
How the U.S. Transportation System Fuels Inequality
Transportation policies prioritizing private vehicle use leave the poor and people of color behind.
Pentagon and Tax Cheats Already Cost Taxpayers Far More Than Biden’s Job Plan
Biden’s American Jobs Plan calls for $2.3 trillion in federal spending over eight years. That’s a lot, but much less than we spend on our military.
I’m an Eagle Scout, and I Don’t Want Pipelines in My Wilderness
A gas pipeline would put a gash the size of a 12-lane highway along the Appalachian Trail. Is nothing sacred?
Trump’s Infrastructure Plan Is a Scam
As another corporate giveaway, the plan would put major public infrastructure up for sale, and would loosen environmental rules designed to protect local communities.
My No Good, Very Bad Tax Vote Day
As I struggled my way through a crumbling transit system, the Senate was preparing to pass a tax plan that will decimate the resources needed to fix our nation’s infrastructure.
Luxury Jets Are Getting Cheaper. That Means More Air Pollution and Traffic Jams For the Rest of Us.
The deals on luxury private jets have never been sweeter. The reality of what that means for the rest of us could hardly be more bitter.
While Trump Tries to Return to Coal, the Rest of the World Market is Turning To Renewables
Trump voters wanted an end to government corruption, but his list of energy advisers are all deeply embedded in the fossil fuel industry.
Building a New Populism in the Era of Trump
With a little good faith, liberals and conservatives can work together to tackle the real issues putting the American Dream out of reach.
In Bleak Times, This City Is an Example for the World
Portland, Oregon could teach the world a thing or two about climate laws that count.
The Anti-pipeline Movement is Gathering Steam
From Standing Rock North Dakota to Kentucky, residents are fighting big oil and gas.
Tightening Whose Belt?
As a millennial, I take the push to ditch the estate tax personally.
Will Congress Be Duped Again on Offshore Taxes?
While the rest of us pay the sticker price, lawmakers are considering a special deluxe tax rate for giant corporations.
Burning Our Bridges
President Obama and some members of Congress think the easiest way to fund infrastructure is by granting corporations a large tax cut on their untaxed offshore profits.