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Government to Take Over Bangladesh Microlender?
Famous pioneer Grameen bank likely to see government take over Bangladesh microlender despite international outcry on behalf of innovative institution
French Concerns Slow US-EU Trade Deal
Gigantic US-EU trade deal could encourage European unity and strengthen democracy if designed well
Pillars of Democracy in Spain Under Threat
Political culture is a crucial pillar of democracy in Spain under threat during a period of deep economic recession and stagnation
Democracy and Capitalism: An Unfinished Symphony
Author wonders about state of democracy and capitalism worldwide and prospects going forward
Terror, Intervention, and the American Corporate State
Rise of the American Corporate State and the future of obedience in a world filled with unfettered capitalism, worsening inequality, and environmental changes
High-Speed Financial Traders’ Campaign Contributions
Activists worry of explosion of high-speed financial traders’ campaign contributions in politics
Mexico’s Monopoly Buster President
Mexico’s Monopoly Buster President Nieto taking on huge vested interests during reform push
Microfinance Pioneer Record Large US Investments
Grameen America, an offshoot of Bangladeshi microfinance pioneer record major milestone into American market
Libertarian Party Gains Traction on Economic Issues
Gaining support ideologically and at ballot box, Libertarian Party gains traction on the campaign