Author Archives: Ben Y.
The Testimony of Sandra Fluke
The Testimony of Sandra Fluke, the woman who wasn’t allowed to speak at Darrel Issa’s all male hearing on contraception. Testimony – Sandra Fluke//
You Don’t Need a Hearing to be Heard
Wondering what would have been said about contraception today if Republicans let women talk at hearings? Here it is:
Econobots, roll out!
What’s the role of the corporation in America? Can there be value in wealth inequality? Finance vs. Tech: What’s the future of NY’s economy? Two nights ago the Econ Committee had it’s first meeting of 2012. This is a great year for Econ and in the next 360 days we’re going to delve into some of the greatest questions of our day with experts, politicians and, most importantly, the real people who have to live with the answers. Please join as we tackle these issues and develop the policy stances MYD, the Young Democrats and our allies will be fighting for in 2012. Also, being economic geniuses that we are, we came up with a way to host a free open … More >>
Senators Introduce Constitutional Amendment To Overturn Citizens United
To those who think elections don’t matter think again. Thank you to the 6 Democrats with some spine. The title says it all but you can read more about here. If one or both of your Senators are among the 6, call and thank them. If they are not; call and lambaste them. Phone numbers are here.
Unemployed man with no health insurance dies after minor tooth infection spreads to brain
Not for nothing, but I’m sure we can all appreciate that this man’s death saved some us from paying slightly more in taxes. With any luck the Republicans will save me the burden of chipping in for his 6 year old’s well-being and education as she will be set since there is no longer any inheritance tax on her father’s estate. He probably saved a lot by choosing not to afford over-priced prescription drugs out of pocket. Read what is truly a tragic story here.




