Stories tagged with “Thanksgiving”

Climate

‘A Quarter Of The Energy We Use Is Just In Our Crap’: Black Friday And The Destruction Of Planet Earth

by Joe Romm Posted on

Black Friday has become an orgiastic celebration of unbridled consumerism. It's a good time to look at how the global economic system is a Ponzi scheme, an utterly unsustainable system that takes wealth from our children and future generations to prop up our carbon-intensive lifestyles.

Economy

Happy Black Friday, Your Credit Card Information Could Very Likely Be Stolen Again

by Lauren C. Williams Posted on

Over the past year, Target and other retailers have worked hard to repair their images. But since last holiday season, the industry is not much better prepared to stop another attack.

Climate

How To Convince Your Right-Wing Uncle To Act On Climate Change This Thanksgiving

by Emily Atkin Posted on  

Uncle Richard knows climate change is real, but doesn't want to act. Here's how you can talk to him about it without ruining Thanksgiving.

Climate

How To Talk To Your Climate Denier Uncle This Thanksgiving

by Ryan Koronowski Posted on

A simple comment about the weather can erupt into a rant about "Climategate," "pauses," and the polar vortex. Here are the key points you need to ensure your Thanksgiving dinner says delicious and factual.

Economy

Walmart Workers Give Up Thanksgiving Dinner To Stage 24-Hour Fast For Higher Wages

by Bryce Covert Posted on  

Twelve striking Walmart employees and community members will stage a 24-hour fast on Thanksgiving Day.

Immigration

What You Need To Know To Win An Immigration Argument With Your Right-Wing Uncle This Thanksgiving

by Esther Yu-Hsi Lee Posted on

ThinkProgress has your back this Thanksgiving if your uncle decides to ask, "Did anyone watch Obummer’s decision on executive action last week?"

Health

How To Talk To Your Tea Party Uncle About Obamacare This Thanksgiving

by Tara Culp-Ressler, Sam P.K. Collins Posted on

Read this before you get trapped in a debate about premium costs or Jonathan Gruber.

Economy

Exclusive: Kmart Workers Say They Risk Being Fired If They Don’t Come In On Thanksgiving

by Bryce Covert Posted on  

The majority also say they aren't allowed to make request to have Thanksgiving off.

Culture

Why You Fight With Your Siblings Over Thanksgiving, According To Science

by Jessica Goldstein Posted on  

The psychology behind what happens when you're home for the holidays.

Economy

Where To Shop To Support Workers This Black Friday

by Bryce Covert Posted on  

Millions of workers will have to miss time with family and friends on Thanksgiving, but consumers can reward the stores that stay closed.

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