On AlterNet: products

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Apple Driving Workers to Threaten Mass Suicide? The Pathologies of the Modern Corporation

Robert Cruickshank, AlterNet. January 24, 2012.

Better technology is not sufficient to build a better society. To really change lives, corporations must use their work force to improve democracy and equality.

The Repair-Ware Revolution: Say Goodbye to Our Throwaway Culture and Hello to Fixing Stuff Yourself

Ted Cox, AlterNet. March 24, 2011.

A designer from the UK hopes to spark a 'repair-ware' craze that will inspire designers to build products we can actually fix ourselves.

Why Your Natural, Organic Soap, Cosmetics and Other Personal Care Products May Be Bad for You

Jill Richardson, AlterNet. September 20, 2010.

Personal care products can contain harmful ingredients. Even some labeled 'natural' and 'organic' aren't that good for you. Here's how to find the real deal.

Everyday Products Are Filled With Toxins -- And We're Not Doing a Thing About It

Amy Goodman, Truthdig. February 25, 2009.

U.S. consumers are exposed to a vast array of harmful chemicals and additives in toys, cosmetics, plastic water bottles and countless other products.