Stories by Joshua Holland

Today, Occupy Oakland may just pull off a feat that appeared all but impossible a few days ago. If they do, it will represent a dramatic escalation of the movement's tactics.

Despite the police's inept, violent crowd control tactics, a number of protesters said they were steadfast in their goal of reclaiming the space.

In just one month, the protesters have shifted the national dialogue from a relentless focus on the deficit to a discussion of the real issues facing Main Street.

Many of those detained won't face charges, but the arrests take them off the streets.

The Occupy Wall Street movement is out to focus the nation's attention on decades of increasing inequality.

It's important to remember that we are talking about people opposing core civil rights for American citizens.

Denying the very existence of an entire class of citizens? That's waging some very real warfare against them.

The proposals outlined in the president's fiery speech aren't new, but the administration appears to be getting serious about fighting for them.

Contrary to popular belief, the United States is not a meritocracy, and amid cries of class warfare, Americans are getting the worst of both worlds.

Despite the far greater danger from natural disasters caused by climate change, politicians overspend on "fighting terrorism" while slashing funds from FEMA.

From drivers' licenses to public schools, state and local governments are raising money any way they can--all while cutting taxes on the rich.