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Farm Subsidies: The Dirty Truth

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by Dan Croak

Economists regularly argue against the heavy subsidies given to American farmers. However, the American public support the subsidies by a wide margin.

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From Venezuela, With Love

by Dean Howarth

03.14.07 | There is a new successor to Fidel Castro and Communist ideals. His name is Hugo Chavez and his role in Latin America is growing due to a combination of factors. Dean Howarth explores Venezuela's oil leverage, Chavez' close relations with Bolivia, Cuba, and Iran, and his willingness to exercise eminent domain over American companies' property.

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