Popular Pressure Ushers Recent Progressive Tilt
Grassroots advocacy the source of sweeping legislation, study says.
Maximum Wage Law Passes Congress
Congress limits top salaries to fifteen times the minimum wage.
Big Boxes Appeal Eviction from Low-Income Neighborhoods
Wal-Mart, Costco, Sam’s Club, K-Mart, and Target are challenging the Economic Independence Act which requires “big box” stores to phase out outlets in or near low-income neighborhoods
Harvard Will Shut Business School Doors
Harvard University Business School will be closing its doors following an unprecedented drop-off in applications this fall. The school will be renamed the Harvard University School of Integrity, and students will receive Masters in Integrity and Compassion, or M.I.C.s.
Senate Gets Tough On “Limited Liability” to Rein in, Humanize Corporations
Senator John McCain, Republican of Arizona, has launched a bold new “tough on crime” initiative that would imprison or fine shareholders for corporate crimes committed in their name. Punishment would depend on the severity of the crime and the number of shares owned.
Public Relations Industry Forecasts a Series of Massive Layoffs
Public relations firms across the country predict massive layoffs in the coming months due to recent legislation outlawing the firms’ most lucrative practices.
Biofuels Ban Act Signed Into Law, Seeks to Ease Food Shortage
In a dizzying about-face, the White House announced that the president will be signing the Ban Biofuels Act tomorrow.
Labor Dept. Launches Job Creation Program
The Department of Labor is scrambling to propose new standards that will affect every American worker.
