by Joe Romm Posted on November 28, 2014
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.
by Lauren C. Williams Posted on November 26, 2014
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.
by Emily Atkin Posted on November 26, 2014 Updated: November 26, 2014
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.
by Ryan Koronowski Posted on November 26, 2014
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.
by Bryce Covert Posted on November 26, 2014 Updated: November 26, 2014
Twelve striking Walmart employees and community members will stage a 24-hour fast on Thanksgiving Day.
by Esther Yu-Hsi Lee Posted on November 26, 2014
ThinkProgress has your back this Thanksgiving if your uncle decides to ask, "Did anyone watch Obummer’s decision on executive action last week?"
by Tara Culp-Ressler, Sam P.K. Collins Posted on November 25, 2014
Read this before you get trapped in a debate about premium costs or Jonathan Gruber.
by Bryce Covert Posted on November 25, 2014 Updated: November 25, 2014
The majority also say they aren't allowed to make request to have Thanksgiving off.
by Jessica Goldstein Posted on November 25, 2014 Updated: December 2, 2014
The psychology behind what happens when you're home for the holidays.
by Bryce Covert Posted on November 21, 2014 Updated: November 21, 2014
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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