Why government spending may ameliorate economic conditions for future generations, even if it creates deficits now.

The worst of the latest economic downturn may be over, but are banks still being as cautious as they should be?

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce continues to virulently oppose climate-protection legislation; the situation is becoming increasingly dire. Companies like Apple and even Nike are fighting back, but is it enough?

Banks all over America are instituting over drafting programs that essentially charge high interest on small, often accidental loans.

If customers actually knew how bizarre and arduous their credit card terms were and were offered a plain vanilla alternative, banks would be forced to compete on who could provide the best and cheapest service.

Internet companies are making it harder for you to recieve some content. What the FCC is doing to help you

It might actually be a good thing if credit card company power is reduced as a result of the Credit CARD Act.

If the gay-friendly party won’t stand up for gay rights even when it controls the White House and Congress, who will?

Will the Obama administration’s new drug policy bring about a change we can actually believe in?

Republicans have neared an all-time record for filibusters, impeding the Democrats’ agenda and hurting voters.

Direct lending is better for students and taxpayers, so why do banks still profit from student loans?

The discussion of nuclear reduction is not a new one, and read on to find out why you should still care.

The mortgage deduction will help out wealthy homeowners while student renters get shafted.

A small appropriation tucked into the recent stimulus bill may help patients cut their health care costs.

An economic stimulus plan has been passed by Congress. But is it addressing the proper causes of the crisis?